Field Measurement Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY : The primary responsibilities of the Field Measurement Technician position include installing, testing, calibrating, programming, and maintaining electronic measurement and control devices in gas meters, fabricating and installing meter set assemblies, inspecting, maintaining, repairing, adjusting, and calibrating gas measurement and regulator equipment, and creating and maintaining field records and paperwork.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Install, test, calibrate, program, and maintain electronic gas meter measurement and control devices to ensure gas flow meters are working properly.
• Recondition gas meters as necessary.
• Install electrical wiring to generate relays, modems, make controls and gas-pressure telemetry equipment.
• Fabricate and install MSAs.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, adjust, and calibrate measurement and regulation equipment both in the field and in the shop.
• Prove, repair and rebuild natural gas meters in accordance with AGA and company standards
• Maintain accurate records of meter shop activities
• Provide and Maintain required records and part stock
• Document and maintain meter tests and removal tags
• Maintain an accurate inventory of meters
• Document and maintain field records / applicable paperwork.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Support field maintenance activities and construction projects.
• Other duties include : parts ordering, sandblasting, cleaning, painting, weed cutting, and snow removal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two year degree in electronic instrumentation or equivalent degree and / or experience.
• Must be able to perform assigned tasks unsupervised and make appropriate decisions.
• Familiarity with the geographical layout of Anchorage.
• Must possess current Alaska Driver's License and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the ENSTAR's Driving Policy.
• Employment is contingent on successful completion of the Operator Qualification Program.
• Ability to pass a drug, background, past employment, and driving record screening.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Fundamentals of natural gas measurement
• Good mechanical aptitude working with hand and power tools
• Ability to install electrical wiring to generate relays, modems, make controls, and gas-pressure telemetry equipment.
• Ability to install, test, calibrate, program and maintain electronic measurement and control devices.
• Ability to fabricate and install MSAs.
• Ability to inspect, maintain, repair, adjust, and calibrate measurement regulation equipment both in the field and in the shop.
• Ability to establish and maintain field records, meter records, and paperwork.
• Knowledge of pipeline operations and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of positive displacement and ultrasonic meters
• Knowledge of natural gas utility construction projects and practices.
• Thorough knowledge / ability to learn ENSTAR's Standard Operating Procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate detailed information accurately and clearly.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers, customers and management.
• Must maintain a safe environment for co-workers, customers and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards.
• Must adhere to ENSTAR's policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of assets, and all applicable state and federal laws.
• PHYSICAL EFFORT :

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Sitting

2. Standing

3. Walking

4. Bending Over

5. Crawling

6. Climbing

7. Reaching Overhead

8. Crouching

9. Kneeling

10. Balancing

11. Pushing or pulling

12. Talking

13. Repetitive use of hands / arms

14. Repetitive use of legs

15. Grasping

16. Lifting

10lbs or less

11 to 25 lbs

26 to 50 lbs.

51 to 75 lbs

76 to 100 lbs

Over 100lbs

17. Carrying

10lbs or less

11 to 25 lbs

26 to 60 lbs

51 to 75 lbs

76 to 100lbs

Over 100lbs

18. Eye / hand coordination

19. Fine Manipulation

VISUAL ACUITY :

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Close vision (clear at 20 "or less)

2. Distance vision (clear at 20' or more)

3. Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

4 Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while

eyes are fixed on a given point)

5. Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

6. Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

7. No special vision requirements

MENTAL EFFORT :

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Thinking analytically

2. Communication

Using effective verbal communication

Using effective written communication

3. Handling stress & emotions

4. Concentrating on tasks

5. Discriminating colors

6. Remember details

7. Making decisions

8. Adjusting to changes

9. Examining / observing details

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS :

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Inside

Hot / Heat

Cold