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Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.
Purpose
This position would be manually engaged in the operation and maintenance of the gas distribution systems with primary responsibilities to include the following: customer service, field operations, compliance related operations and maintenance, leak surveys, Cathodic Protection and system/equipment upgrades. More specifically responsible for measurement, instrumentation and control activities for meter and regulating stations on transmission and distribution systems and facilities, as applicable. All work to be performed in accordance with Company regulatory and safety procedures. Accountabilities
* Performs the basic level functions required to operate, maintain, test, and calibrate measurement and/or instrumentation and control facilities and systems.
* Assists with basic functions related to large diaphragm, turbine, rotary, orifice, ultrasonic and coriolis meters.
* Assists with basic functions related to RTU and other SCADA equipment.
* Assists with basic functions related to communication circuits and equipment such as radio, modems, satellite, land lines, etc.
* Coordinates and performs measurement tests with third party companies to ensure measurement integrity and accuracy.
* Inspects, tests, calibrates and maintains electronic correctors, EFMs and other electronic measurement devices.
* Inspects, tests, calibrates and maintains natural gas quality analysis equipment such as samplers, chromatographs, hydrogen sulfide and moisture detection equipment.
* Inspects and replaces orifice plates to maintain measurement accuracy consistent with natural gas flow requirements and conditions.
* Inspects, tests, calibrates and maintains electronic meters and flow measurement devices.
* Executes scheduled gas measurement equipment inspections, tests, calibrations and maintenance.
* Inspects, tests, calibrates and maintains gas odorization equipment.
* Operates and maintains natural gas sampling equipment and instrumentation.
* Monitors natural gas quality to ensure contract compliance and initiates enforcement actions when needed.
* Investigates operational balancing systems, and implements appropriate actions to continuously improve results to satisfy desired targets.
* Assists by reviewing information provided by internal systems related to lost and unaccounted for gas.
* Perform Leak Survey's and with knowledge of leak survey equipment, processes and procedures.
* Maintain and have knowledge of Cathodic Protection systems.
* Investigate Cathodic Protection system shorts.
* Must participate in the MIC Skills Assessment/Promotion Process including baseline assessment.
* Performs activities to ensure responsiveness to natural gas and other emergencies.
* Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.
OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
* May be required to hold stand-by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extensive hours.
* Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
* Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
* Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
* Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company's values, strategies, policies and procedures and exhibits the core values of Customer Service and Safety and the Company's Code of Conduct both as an individual contributor, team member and/or leader of others.
* Must become familiar with the contents of the Safety Manual, live by the spirit of its intent and become involved in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Must complete all required safety training. Education and Experience
Educational/Experience Level:
* High school diploma or equivalent and
* Four years natural gas measurement, construction and maintenance or service field experience.
Certificates and Licenses:
* Must obtain and maintain any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications within six months.
* Requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards.
Work Conditions:
* Work requires entry to customer premises.
* Works outdoors in all types of weather and may be exposed to extremes of climate and temperatures, high noise levels, rough terrain, and occasional work on ladders, roofs, attics, and under houses as well as confined spaces.
* Requires extensive travel.
* Must reside within a twenty-five (25) mile radius from the work site location.
Physical Demands:
* Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.
* Requires the acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell.
* Must be able to lift tools, equipment and materials up to and including 60 pounds
Other Requirements: As a Safety-Sensitive position, pre and post-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.
EFFORT: Computer Skills: Requires advanced knowledge of various software applications and multiple technologies to create documents, reports and/or graphics.
Communication Skills: Requires the ability to communicate with internal/external customers to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billionof assets across North America and internationally. For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged - Sustaining Energy and Water for Life. Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction. With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our "Think Global, Act Local" business model. What we offer Company funded Pension program 401k with Company match Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life) Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy Share purchase/match plan Defined Contribution savings plan Top Talent Program Volunteer paid days off Employee Assistance Program Achievement fund We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity. We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.
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Liberty
401(k)
Feb 14, 2025