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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 standardsMaintain accurate records of meter shop activitiesProvide and Maintain required records and part stockDocument and maintain meter tests and removal tagsMaintain an accurate inventory of metersDocument 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 measurementGood mechanical aptitude working with hand and power toolsAbility 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 metersKnowledge 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: OccasionallyContinuouslyFrequently1. Sittingx 2. Standing x3. Walking x4. Bending Over x5. Crawlingx 6. Climbingx 7. Reaching Overheadx 8. Crouchingx 9. Kneelingx 10. Balancingx 11. Pushing or pullingx 12. Talkingx 13. Repetitive use of hands/arms x14. Repetitive use of legs x15. Grasping x16. Lifting 10lbs or less x11 to 25 lbs x26 to 50 lbs. x51 to 75 lbs x76 to 100 lbs Over 100lbs 17. Carrying 10lbs or less x11 to 25 lbs x26 to 60 lbs x51 to 75 lbs x76 to 100lbs Over 100lbs 18. Eye/hand coordination x19. Fine Manipulation xVISUAL ACUITY: OccasionallyContinuouslyFrequently1. Close vision (clear at 20 "or less) x2. Distance vision (clear at 20' or more) x3. Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)x 4 Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right whileeyes are fixed on a given point)x 5. Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) x6. Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) x7. No special vision requirements MENTAL EFFORT: OccasionallyContinuouslyFrequently1. Thinking analyticallyx 2. Communication Using effective verbal communicationx Using effective written communication x3. Handling stress & emotionsx 4. Concentrating on tasks x5. Discriminating colorsx 6. Remember details x7. Making decisionsx 8. Adjusting to changesx 9. Examining/observing details xENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: OccasionallyContinuouslyFrequently1. Inside Hot/Heatx Coldx 2. Outside Hot Temperature Cold Temperatures xHumid 3. Hazards Biological Chemical xElectricalx Radiation Sharp Objects/Tool xHeavy Machineryx Other 4. Unprotected Spaces High Places/High Heightsx Constricted Spaces (Underground)x 5. Dirty (Soil)x 6. Dryx 7. Fumes, Gases, Odors, Dustx 8. Grease, Oil, MudX 9. Moving Mechanical Parts x10. Noise x11. Hot Temperature (Devices ) Burnersx Flame Torches 12. Vibrationx 13. Wet, Slippery Floors/Surfacesx 14. Working w/others x15. Working alone xThe statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Others duties may be assigned.