GAS CONSTRUCTION WORKER I-III Job at Government Jobs in Long Beach

Gas Construction Worker I-III

Salary Information: Grade Level I - $25.972-$35.495 Hourly, Grade Level II - $27.354-$37.299 Hourly, Grade Level III - $32.3726-$44.496 Hourly

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, performs construction, maintenance, and repair of natural gas pipelines and related distribution system facilities and equipment. Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the installation, maintenance, repair of natural gas pipelines and related distribution system facilities and equipment; Operates commercial vehicles and other equipment; Excavates, shores, and compacts trenches; Operates and maintains a variety of pneumatic and hydraulic tools and other related construction equipment; Bends, cuts and threads pipe; Prepares and applies pipe protective coatings; May install valves, clamps, and fittings; May read and interpret sketches or diagrams of pipe system layouts; Assists welders, heavy equipment operators, and other skilled workers; Observes safety rules and regulations; Performs various polyethylene (PE) pipe joining methods; May operate combustible gas detectors and perform leakage investigations; May install, operate, maintain and repair tapping and pressure control equipment; May act in a lead capacity and train staff; May evaluate staff for Operator Qualification assigned tasks; Responds to emergency repair of natural gas pipeline infrastructure; Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements to File

One year experience in one or more of the following: the construction, maintenance or repair of natural gas, water, sewer or oil pipeline infrastructure systems; gas distribution work including performing residential, commercial and industrial gas appliance and service work; general construction; operation of various types of construction-related equipment; and plumbing, welding or other trade-related work. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of proper use of tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of construction jobsite safety standards.
• Ability to operate machinery.
• Ability to follow instructions and comply with established procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 60 pounds and perform strenuous manual labor on a daily basis.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and initiative when dealing with the public.
• A Class A commercial driver license is required prior to passing probation and must be maintained as a condition of employment.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.

The City of Long Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two business days prior to the test.