Job Summary
Performs routine service work and related duties on the company's gas and electric systems.
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Install, remove, read and replace gas and single-phase electric meters.
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Connect/disconnect electric and gas meters.
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Perform periodic change-out of single-phase electric and gas meters.
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Check electric and gas service installations for compliance with WP&L service rules and applicable codes.
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Test, adjust and replace residential / small commercial gas regulators.
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Investigate and correct (when possible) customers' electric and gas service problems and/or advise customer of corrections needed.
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Respond to gas leaks and carbon monoxide calls. Investigate gas leaks, odors and fumes.
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Repair gas leaks on the company's side of the meter including threaded connections above ground and below ground. May wrap service risers and pipe. Relight various types of gas pilots.
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Install gas piping, including cutting and threading of pipe on the company's and customer's side of the meter.
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Assist in gas and electric emergencies as requested.
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Conduct regulatory periodic gas system inspections and perform related routine maintenance work.
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Perform building maintenance as required.
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Install and/or remove controls (time switches, DLC devices, etc.). Set and remove recording instruments.
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Assist the lead field technician or others with on-the-job training of gas and service personnel as required.
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Keep accurate records and generate reports as required.
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Perform all work according to established procedures, operating practices and safety rules.
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Locate underground utilities (as needed).
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Perform other duties which are related, similar or incidental to this position.
Required Experience
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Successful completion of Alliant Energy's Field Technician training program and passing of the Field Technician examination
Preferred Experience
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Experience with re-lighting a wide variety of gas appliances.
Other Requirements
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Must possess a valid driver's license.
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This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and PHMSA regulations (Part 199).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Proven mechanical aptitude and skills to perform gas and electric service type of work.
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Knowledgeable in National Fuel Code gas piping and ventilation codes and requirements.
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Ability to become qualified and retain qualifications in all required Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks.
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Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job and neat appearance.
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Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Alliant Energy Corporation
4902 N Biltmore Ln
Madison
Wisconsin United States
www.alliantenergy.com
