Job Description

Introduction

Welcome!!

Columbia Gas of Pennsylavania, Inc. is looking for safety-conscious individuals with enthusiasm, customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, an excellent driving record and a willingness to learn.

Natural gas technical experience preferred, but not required - Our comprehensive training program will provide you with the necessary skills and abilities to be successful.

WE VALUE WORKPLACE DIVERSITY!

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Qualifications

Selection Criteria

* Must possess a valid drivers license and be able to operate company vehicles.
* Must be capable of passing applicable physical capacity tests.
* Must be detail-oriented and able to follow through on assignments with limited direction.
* Requires the ability to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities.
* Must be able to document records and understand written and oral communications.
* Must be able to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
* Mechanical aptitude and knowledge and/or experience of hand tools is required.
* Demonstrated ability to deal with difficult customer situations with tact and diplomacy is required.
* Prefers computer software experience.
* Experience in field operations within natural gas industry or in the plumbing trade is preferred.

NOTE ABOUT ALL POSITIONS:

* All positions are subject to applicable DOT Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Plan (AMPP) regulations.
* All positions must be able to respond to emergency calls and work scheduled and non-scheduled overtime at applicable overtime rate. To serve customers needs, it may be necessary for incumbent to work a schedule or work location other than posted on a temporary basis to provide coverage during vacations.
* All positions will be required to complete applicable paperwork and enter data on a computer.
* All positions require working in all weather conditions
* All applicants must be able to become OQ qualified and maintain OQ qualifications

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Other Information

This position is subject to an Operations Job Fit Analysis, Operations Aptitude Assessment and a Physical Capacity Assessment.

Passing any of the required assessments does not guarantee employment but rather the opportunity to continue through the application process.

This position is also subject to a successful Background Check, Drug Screen, and DOT Physical for applicable DOT positions. Successful candidates must also possess a safe Motor Vehicle history as determined by Columbia Gas.

All correspondence for this position will be sent via e-mail from either hirethebest@nisource.com or from another user@nisource.com. Please be sure to check your e-mail frequently throughout the hiring process as well as your junk mail in case any correspondence should be filtered out of your inbox.

After each Assessment, your qualifications will be reviewed in relation to the requirements for the position. Should there be a match, you will be contacted with the next steps in the process. We will be evaluating many candidates during this time period and sincerely appreciate your patience during the process.

For more information regarding the hiring process for this position, please copy and paste the below link into your browser:
https://careers.nisource.com/opportunities/skilled-trades/gas-distribution.

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Safety

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

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Education Level

Diploma from an accredited high school or a GED

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Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource companies are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers and do not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. NiSource companies require all employees to adhere strictly to this policy.

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By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

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How To Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply on-line at www.nisource.jobs on or before April 21, 2021.

After this posting closes, applicants will receive via email time sensitive information on completing the Operations Job Fit Analysis on April 22, 2021 and will have 5 business days to complete the assessment. This assessment must be completed by Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

Responsibilities

The current hiring needs of Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania within the Greencastle Pennsylvania operating areas are unknown at this time. This job posting is being utilized to create a candidate pool in the event that position(s) become available.

All candidates will be required to pass an Operations Job Fit Analysis Assessment, Aptitude Assessment, Physical Capacity Assessment as well as a Drug, Background and Motor Vehicle Report screenings.

Successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to accept shift and emergency assignments, work overtime, be on-call and work in all types of weather conditions

Location and Residency Requirements*

Due to the nature of our business and emergency response obligations, the successful candidate(s) may be required to live within 30 minutes of one of the following operating areas in the Greencastle PA service territory and maintain permanent residence in this living requirement while employed by Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania.

Columbia Gas of PA - 500 Buchanan Trail West, Greencastle, PA 17225

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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The following are positions that we hire for in the Eastern Pennsylvania operating areas:

* Construction Coordinator
* Construction Equipment Operator
* Laborer*
* Locator Technician*
* MR Technician*
* Natural Gas Field Operations Apprentice Technician
* Plant/Service Specialist*
* Street Service*
* Service Technician*
* Utility Representative*

Responsibilities by Job Classification

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Construction Coordinator

* Coordinate, oversee and guide the activities associated with natural gas construction in accordance with all applicable requirements, ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient, economical manner.
* Coordinate with customers, contractors, vendors, construction services leadership, welders, engineering, field operations and logistics centers to ensure cost- effective construction.
* Advises and ensures proper methods of pipeline installations and other maintenance activities are performed by the contractor.
* Actively interacts with crew leaders to ensure performance adheres to established metrics and policies/procedures, permit and right-of-way requirements.
* Prepares and submits accurate daily progress reports
* Coordinates capital construction and improves capital spending efficiency
* Effectively uses technology, tools and planning techniques to improve process results.
* Creates and maintains valued relationships with government entities, industry associates, company affiliates, and contractors.
* Executes construction services strategies.
* Manages efficient, safe and quality construction of new and replacement mains and services, joint sealing, cathodic protection, service tie-overs.
* Communicates concerns about contractor qualifications and certifications and ensures proper documentation.
* Works across geographic boundaries whenever necessary.
* Other duties as assigned

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Construction Equipment Operator

* Operates light earth-moving equipment, for example backhoe, dump truck, side boom, and tamper
* Duties include operating and maintenance of said equipment
* Transportation of equipment and/or materials
* Assists crew with installation and repair of mains and services
* Class A CDL required
* Other duties as assigned

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Laborer*

* Responsible for installing and maintaining distribution natural gas service lines and mains
* Replacing existing service lines and mains to present customers
* Repairs leaks, completes service line orders
* Maintains record of materials and supplies used on the job
* Locate underground company facilities
* Other duties as assigned

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Locator Technician*

* Locate underground utilities in response to PA One Call.
* Must be able to read maps and interpret information.
* Must be able to become OQ qualified in all duties relevant to the area of Line Locating.
* Other duties as assigned.

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MR Technician

* Perform bypasses when working on a single feed system.
* Assist in building new sets.
* Responsible for mowing grass around the regulator buildings.
* Other duties as assigned.

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Natural Gas Field Operations Apprentice Technician

* Operate a line locator to locate and mark pipelines and curb boxes.
* Repair a curb box as needed.
* Assist with the installation and maintenance of distribution natural gas service lines and mains.
* Assist with replacing existing service lines and mains to present customers.
* Assist OM crews with repairing leaks and completing service line orders.
* Operate company assigned vehicles and equipment.

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Plant/Service Technician*

* Act as Street Service A (crew leader) over what will normally be a Plant crew engaged in leak repair, service line installation and all phases of Plant work. The Plant / Service Technician will drive an assigned truck, maintain truck inventory and handle necessary paperwork. The Plant / Service Technician will be responsible for the work while at the job site.
* The Plant / Service Technician will also be responsible for all types of customer service work and other related work necessary to render gas service to customers.
* The Plant / Service Technician must be available for overtime, emergency, and call-out work for both Plant and Service functions.
* Other duties as assigned

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Service Technician*

* Perform meter and regulator related activities, and have knowledge of customer appliance servicing.
* Responsible for company equipment and property at the job site.
* Must have knowledge of Company operating procedures and related paperwork, safety procedures, and be able to use this knowledge in job performance.
* Other duties as assigned.

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Street Service*

* Acts as lead employee over one or more employees engaged in pinpointing leakage, making repairs, and replacing services or portions of mains.
* Testing and inspecting service lines according to policy/procedures and approved codes.
* Must be able to use various types of tools needed for repairs of plant facilities.
* Must possess a valid PA commercial drivers license (CDL) and certification to operate company trucks under DOT/ Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for intra-state drivers.
* Must be able to prepare legible records and understand written and oral communications.
* Must have ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Knowledge of OSHA regulations concerning pipeline safety and underground construction practices preferred.
* Other duties as assigned

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Utility Representative*

* Personally makes premise visit on delinquent customers to collect or disconnect gas service at meter or curb box.
* Performs various customer/company work requests, including transfers, disconnects, reads/rereads meters, locates/repairs, curb boxes, removes active and inactive meters, reads meters on route.
* Documents assignment results, maintains assigned vehicle, tools/equipment and materials.
* Promotes excellent customer relations.
* Other duties as assigned.

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