Gas operator job description

MasTec, Inc. is a leading national infrastructure construction company. Utility Services Group (USG) is part of the Power Delivery Segment and focuses on the electrical distribution, substation, water, transmission, and natural gas distribution infrastructures.

The Gas Operator is responsible for operating the machines required to trench for natural gas pipelines. Must be able to dig safely around underground utilities, install natural gas pipelines in the ditch, and provide for sufficient backfill. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department.
Core Responsibilities

* Operate jobsite equipment safely.
* Perform service, safety checks, and minor repairs on equipment, check oil and fluids.
* Load trucks in safe and accident-free manner.
* Observe pipe laying for safety purposes, such as possible cave-ins.
* Dig around all live utilities, both underground and overhead.
* Install natural gas pipelines in ditch and provide sufficient backfill.
* Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

* High school diploma, or equivalent.
* 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

* 2 or more years of experience operating heavy equipment.
* Operator Qualification.
* DOT Certified Flagger
* CDL Class A license.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

Equal Employment Opportunity:The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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Eversource's Co\-Op programs deliver students with the opportunity to apply both classroom and prior experience learning to real life application\. Co\-Ops will participate in hands\-on project work, site visits as possible, mentoring pairing and sessions with office leadership, office activities, and virtual events with fellow interns and staff throughout the organization\.

The LNG Team within Gas System Operations is looking for a student to join their team for a cooperative learning experience\. This position supports the LNG engineering and project management group by observing and participating in engineering assignments with guidance from more senior engineers\. These assignments will include participation of design reviews, development of specifications, project planning, schedule review, construction oversight, equipment inspection, administration and overall support of LNG projects\. The individual is expected to develop an understanding of systems such as; feed gas pre\-treatment, boil off gas recompression, liquefaction, vaporization, electrical distribution, instrumentation and controls\. The position is multi\-faceted with responsibilities that will vary dependent on the group's needs\. As a Co\-Op the individual will be assigned to shadow other employees and offer assistance as appropriate\. The LNG Co\-Op reports directly to the Eversource LNG Project Manager\.
+ Reviews and makes suggestions on engineering documents including:

- Process Flow Diagrams \(PFD\)
- Heat and material balances,
- Process and Instrumentation Diagrams \(P&ID\)
- Equipment data sheets
- Vendor data
- Commissioning procedures
- Start\-up procedure
- Performance test procedures
- Performance test calculations and provided recommendations
+ Participates in HAZOP and HAZID reviews\.
+ Develops and/or reviews process modifications made during LNG facility on\-going operations\.
+ Gains knowledge of LNG process engineering and related engineering disciplines that include; instrumentation, controls, electrical, civil, mechanical, environmental, safety and drafting\.
+ Assists in developing and/or reviewing project economic justifications as necessary to support proposed changes to plant assets\.
+ Participates in the procurement process of bidding technical contracts\.
+ Assists in supporting Operations staff in resolving technical problems and in engineering capital projects for plant modifications\.
+ Participates in the development of operating philosophies and detailed operating procedures\.
+ Reviews operating procedures for compliance with the operating philosophy\.
+ Proposes changes to operational procedures and process improvements based on observations of facility operating performance\.
+ Assists with developing training programs\.
+ Assists in initial and periodic performance tests\.
+ Attends construction meetings

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# **Requirements:**

+ Strong Interpersonal communication skills & attention to detail
+ Independent in performing & figuring out how to accomplish challenging tasks
+ Strong organizational skills
+ MS Office skills; Word, Excel & PowerPoint
+ Student should be working towards a degree in Project Management, Construction, or Engineering\.
+ Work environment at times will be outdoors during inclement weather\.
+ Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and other devises using feet and legs and/or hands and arms

**Worker Type:**

Student / Intern \(Fixed Term\) \(Trainee\)

**Number of Openings:**

1

**EEO Statement**

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer\. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status\.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

**Vaccination Information:**

Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID\-19 by their first day of employment\. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource's HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment\. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws\.

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role\. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment\. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location\.