Operations Technician I, Natural Gas Department

July 2, 2025 By Jodie Thompson

CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Operations Technician I, Natural Gas Department

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

WEATHER / EMERGENCY ESSENTIAL : Yes

CLASS : 53

JOB SUMMARY :

This position involves the scheduling and performance of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance on gas meters (including testing of large meters according to compliance schedule), regulators, compressor / dehydration units, gas well maintenance / monitoring, meter / regulator station maintenance and monitoring to ensure compliance with federal DOT and / or State PSC requirements. Work involves performance of manual tasks of more than ordinary difficulty requiring some special knowledge / skills acquired through industry and on-the-job training and experience. Work also involves operation of power tools and related equipment as necessary in the performance of regular assignments. Work is performed with some independence under the direction of a supervisor who assigns tasks / duties, through written and oral form and makes frequent inspections to insure proper work performance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Consists of, but not limited to, repair / maintenance of gas meters and regulators, compressor / dehydration units and related facilities, natural gas well metering and appurtenances and other gas facilities and services. Inspection and maintenance of critical valves, weekly odorization report, and calibration of electronic measurement units annually. Record relevant data / information for compliance under federal DOT and / or State PSC regulations and requirements. Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and requirements. Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Perform other work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude other work which may be required.

• Perform specific duties as defined in "Duties and Responsibilities".
• Perform manual tasks in the maintenance and repair of gas facilities.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles.
• Work overtime as required by supervisor.
• On call as required (stand-by duty).

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None

I understand that I am being hired (or promoted) based on my ability to successfully complete a reasonable job orientation period and to subsequently perform the above listed duties in addition to other duties as assigned. I acknowledge receipt of the City of Elizabethtown Personnel Policies and Procedures, Safety Program and Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and I agree to abide by all requirements. I also acknowledge the Equal Employment Opportunity Standards which are part of the Personnel Policies and Procedures and I agree to comply with those standards.

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EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE DATE

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CITY AS THE NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB CHANGE

The City of Elizabethtown, KY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, or handicap.