Gas Distribution Crew Leader

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This position is responsible for all duties associated with and related to the safe, efficient and cost- effective installation and maintenance of natural gas facilities and appurtenances on both transmission and distribution natural gas systems per 49CFR Part 192, Piedmont Natural Gas policies and procedures and local/state regulations.

Principal Responsibilities:

The Gas Distribution Crew Leader is the third level position for the Gas Distribution Crew Progression (O&M). The Gas Distribution Crew Leader has accountability for timely completion of established skills development assignments in each wage step per guidelines. Each skills development assignment is designed to further prepare the Gas Distribution Crew Leader to work safely and independently on O&M department responsibilities. Skills development assignments include, but are not limited to, successful completion of compulsory training, testing and certifications; attainment of required Operator Qualifications; and demonstration of proficiency in performance of job duties associated with regulated and non-regulated distribution work. The Gas Distribution Crew Leader has the option to prepare for advancement to Sr Gas Distribution Crew Leader by obtaining additional training and Operator Qualifications in Step 3 per established guidelines. Job posting selection is a requisite for entry to the Gas Distribution Crew Leader role.

The following list is not intended to be all inclusive of duties and responsibilities as needed to learn, assist and independently perform regulated and non-regulated Operations and Maintenance distribution work.

+ Install, maintain, repair, relocate and retire new or existing natural gas facilities and appurtenances + Assist with, plan and set up work zone safety and traffic control measures + Perform general site preparation, restoration and right of way maintenance duties + Safe operation of heavy equipment such as mini-excavators, back hoes, skid steers, trenchers, etc., including, but not limited to excavation around utilities (natural gas, electric, etc.) + Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment + Run power tools and perform hand digging + Inspect above ground appurtenances for atmospheric corrosion and paint as required + Perform pipe to soil corrosion readings + Corrosion control and pipe remediation, including wrapping and coating pipe + Thread and cut pipe + Perform plastic pipe fusion + Perform facility locate duties + Check odorant levels + Conduct leak surveys and grade leaks + Install leak clamps + Perform maintenance on primary and secondary valves + Turn and grease valves

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

Must work outdoors in adverse weather conditions; lifting up to 75 lbs.; frequent walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, stooping, crawling, standing, digging, climbing; works on uneven terrain, many times with heavy vegetation; manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination); keen eyesight; good hearing; good sense of smell; comes in frequent contact with insects and animals; ability to use breathing apparatus when responding to gas leaks.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to work on-call rotations, weekend and evening work as required. Subject to extended working hours and must be available for call-out and emergency response. Some rotating shifts.

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Travel Requirements

15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

IBE Local 1902

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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