How to hire a gas pit worker

How to hire a gas pit worker, step by step

Here's a step-by-step gas pit worker hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a gas pit worker job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new gas pit worker
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The gas pit worker hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A gas pit worker's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, gas pit workers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents gas pit worker salaries for various positions.

   Type of Gas Pit Worker	Description	Hourly rate
   Gas Pit Worker		$14-32
   Fire Technician	Fire technicians conduct safety inspections and planning for fire protection systems. Fire technicians recognize fire hazards, apply technical knowledge, and perform services to control and prevent fires... Show more	$17-29
   Valve Technician	Valve technicians install regulating devices such as valves. They are responsible for monitoring, testing, and troubleshooting valves... Show more	$13-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Service Line
   • Gas Meters

   Responsibilities:

   • Operate heavy machinery; including industrial mowers and chainsaws.
   • Operate heavy machinery; including industrial mowers and chainsaws.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your gas pit worker job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A gas pit worker can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, gas pit workers' average salary in wyoming is 51% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level gas pit workers 55% less than senior-level gas pit workers.
   • Certifications. A gas pit worker with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a gas pit worker's salary.

   Average gas pit worker salary

   $44,871yearly

   $21.57 hourly rate

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   Entry-level gas pit worker salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a gas pit worker job description

   A gas pit worker job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a gas pit worker job description:

   Gas pit worker job description example

   The Gas Worker classification will provide new field employees with sufficient, structured training and on-the-job work experience to prepare the employee to properly and safely complete their job duties. The program consists of gas distribution, field service, and gas operations while focusing on safety including: excavation, fire extinguishers, hazard communication, respiratory protection, personal protective equipment training, and safe vehicle operation.
   Functions of this job will include, but are not limited to:
   
   Safely operating company equipment
   
   Ability to perform general construction labor related to installation of main lines, service renewals, and line replacement
   
   Troubleshooting and investigating gas leaks
   
   First responder to leaks - reacting immediately to emergency situations to prevent injury to self and others
   
   Examining and inspecting gas appliances and performing re-lights
   
   Accurately communicating company policies and procedures and assisting customers with inquiries while on site
   
   We desire someone who reflects the ONE Gas company values and culture.
   
   Personal skills required: Attention to detail, Self-starter, Safety-conscious, and Team player
   
   Required experience:
   
   The successful candidate must have:
   
   a high school diploma or equivalent,
   
   a valid driver's license, and
   
   a CDL or the ability to successfully obtain a CDL during the 180-day probationary period.
   
   Candidates must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the job and operate within a short time frame as needed. Must be able to recognize consequences of erroneous actions, concentrate on tasks, and apply procedures. The successful candidate must have the ability to process information in an organized, timely and accurate manner. The successful candidate must have the ability to work shift work, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency situations.
   
   Required to respond to service center within 30 minutes.
   
   Overtime will be required during peak seasons as well as on business need, and callout will also be required on a rotating basis.
   
   Experience in the gas industry in a construction environment and working knowledge of operating safety procedures and regulations, such as OSHA and Pipeline Safety, is preferred.
   
   **Position Requirements:**
   
   N/A
   
   The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of One Gas. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.
   
   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, and disability, or other categories protected by applicable laws.
   
   
   Functional Area: Field Operations
   
   Position Type: Full-Time Regular
   
   Relocation Provided: No
   
   Location: Wichita, KS
   
   Department: PIPELINE/FIELD SUPPORT
   
   Internal / External: External
   
   Experience Required: None

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right gas pit worker for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your gas pit worker job on Zippia to find and recruit gas pit worker candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting gas pit workers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new gas pit worker

   Once you have selected a candidate for the gas pit worker position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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