Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00079
Department: Gas System
Opening Date: 12/02/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $43,282.47
The Gas Technician I performs manual and semi-skilled construction, maintenance, inspection, installation, cathodic protection, and repair work on gas mains, service lines, gas appliances, and related apparatus. Work is performed under general direction and reviewed upon completion for conformity with construction and established standards. Participates in the Job Proficiency Guide (JPG) program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists, supports, and participates in all phases of gas distribution activities; learns and applies knowledge in pipefitting and other gas distribution/installation related tasks including installation and repair service work with respect to natural and propane gas operations.
  
• Maintains and adheres to safety standards affecting the general public's welfare; performs skills within personal limits and under the authority of a qualified technician.

• Removes dirt, concrete, asphalt and other surface materials; digs and opens ditches for laying pipe; loads, carries and strings pipe.
  
• Operates and uses ditcher, air hammer, and other equipment; utilizes all safety precautions and adheres to all safety protocols.
  
• Assists in making taps for new gas mains, installing and/or replacing fittings, and performing minor repair work on damaged pip.
  
• Installs gas meters and turns gas utility services on and off; follows protocols and safety standards for activities.
  
• Assists in checking for gas leaks or stopped meters; diagnoses trouble in the working of gas appliances, including regulating and repairing appliances as necessary; diagnoses excessive gas use.

• May keep simple records and prepare material request forms.
  
• Assists in making conversions from propane to natural gas and assists in installation work.
  
• Performs routine work such as lighting pilots, reading meters and changing meters and regulators; sets, repairs, moves, and changes out LP tanks and investigating leaks.
  
• Must submit to random drug testing and is consistently reviewed for knowledge applied and skills performed.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

• A valid State driver's license is required.
• Must complete Job Proficiency Guide (JPG) for a Gas Technician I to a Gas Technician II within eighteen (18) months of hire or promotion date.
• Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes
  Type: Obtain and maintain Class A or B CDL within one (1) year of hire or transfer/promotion/demotion date based on area of assignment.
  Areas of Assignment Needing CDL:
  *Maintenance
  *Construction
• Must be able to pass random drug testing.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate AND (1) year of experience in mechanical repair work bearing a logical relationship to the repair of gas appliances, supplemented with some pipefitting work OR completion of the City of Clearwater Gas Technician JPG program; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of -

• Common hand and power tools
  
• Pipes and fittings
  
• Operation and maintenance of gas appliances

• Department policies and protocols

Skill in -

• Performing mechanical maintenance and repair work
  
• Understanding and completing oral and written instructions

• Working outdoors in adverse weather
  
• Performing physically challenging work
  
• Learning gas system work procedures, practices, policies and safety precautions
  
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships
  
• Dealing tactfully with the public

• Operating a computer with general proficiency

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
01

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

03

How many years of experience do you have in mechanical repair work bearing a logical relationship to the repair of gas appliances, supplemented with some pipefitting work?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years' experience
• 2-3 years' experience
• 3-4 years' experience
• 4-5 years' experience
• 5 or more years' experience

04

Have you successfully completed the City of Clearwater Gas Technician JPG program?

• Yes
• No

Required Question