Gas Design Tech (Ft. Lauderdale)

Title: Gas Design Tech (Ft. Lauderdale)
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida - Ft. Lauderdale
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

(2 Openings)

WHO WE ARE?

Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

HOW YOU’LL HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?

The Gas Design Technician (GDT) supports PGS distribution system construction and maintenance projects. The GDT creates, initiates, and/or processes work requests in PowerPlant and other Work Management systems (WMS), determines customer requirements, prepares piping system designs, cost estimates and feasibility analysis, interacts and coordinates with municipalities, FDOT, and others in maintaining and optimizing system integrity due to road improvements and system expansions, makes use of and updates the GIS, CRM-CIS, and Work Management-Workflow database systems, obtains necessary governmental permits and coordinates activities with all involved PGS departments to ensure the successful scheduling and completion of projects to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school/institution.
• Valid Driver License with a safe driving record.
• Minimum of four (4) years of work experience related to the Duties and Responsibilities of this position is required. Related experience consists of work related to the items described below:
  • A college degree from an accredited institution may be considered in lieu of some work experience.
• The ability to effectively meet and assist customers in making technical decisions that pertain to the project, and conduct needs and feasibility assessments on new construction projects and load additions determining the schedule and required completion dates.
• Knowledge and understanding of past land use and/or utility accommodation guide agreements.
• Knowledge and/or proficiency with utility industry software including, but not limited to: work management systems, GIS, Customer Information Systems (CIS), etc.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Works under direct supervision on somewhat varied duties requiring judgment or simple analysis to determine course of action with limited latitude. At this level, the GDT plans and coordinates the design and installation of gas distribution facilities, as well as maintains records and maps of the gas distribution system to meet company, state, and federal compliance regulations.

• Meets with internal and external customers and/or their agents (“customers”) to conduct needs and feasibility assessments on new construction projects and load additions, and to determine the schedule and required completion dates (“targeted schedule dates”) of different construction phases. Represents customers in construction update meetings with various PGS departments, municipalities, FDOT, and others.
  • Manages communication with all involved entities concerning any upgrades in the construction schedule or other changes with potential impact, documenting updates through letters and emails, as necessary.
  • Coordinates the construction activities between all the departments involved in the facility installation process within PGS.
• Creates and/or processes Work Order (WO) and Construction requests in PowerPlant and/or a Work ManagementWorkflow database system.
• Performs feasibility and load analysis to determine the most efficient, economical and reliable solutions for customers and the PGS distribution system. Estimates the gas loads and pressure delivery for customers and determines actual or proposed field measurements. Models these conditions in the appropriate software applications (Synergee/Stoner) to determine optimal system design to meet customers’ needs while ensuring all results are compliant with system integrity and respective regulatory requirements.
• Uses PGS’s geographical information system (GIS) and other CAD software packages to draw the proposed and existing gas distribution facilities (company assets), as well as maintains, updates, and optimizes the GIS platform in conformance to company standards, and federal and state guidelines.
• Produces, coordinates, and/or oversees the production of construction plans, easement agreements, right-of-way permit drawings, project charters, and Gantt charts, for Distribution Operations, Real Estate and/or Contractors:
  • Verifies locations of PGS’s existing and proposed facilities and any third parties’ infrastructures (water, sewer, storm, electric, telephone, and cable lines) are adequately identified on the construction prints, and all installation specifications are captured.
  • Based on the scope of construction and company safety standards, determines necessity and scale of the Maintenance-of-Traffic (MOT) plan that Operations and/or contractors will need for completing work in the right-of-way.
• Produce construction cost estimates (including labor, materials, and equipment) and obtains/calculates projected four-year revenue (MACC) as needed. Determines and communicates the need for Construction Deposits and/or Contribution-in-Aid-of-Construction (CIAC) charges based on PGS revenue shortage/excess costs in the following situations:
  • Estimates PGS construction costs relative to the projected four-year PGS revenue for the project.
  • Tracks and reviews Construction Deposit activity as prescribed within tariff guidelines.
• In support of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, review financial data in PowerPlant related to Engineering, Field Construction and Operations construction and maintenance activities. Verified activities are coded to the correct classification and charged to the appropriate accounts (Capital vs. O&M). Assist in the preparation of annual Capital and O&M budgets with its correspondent development of monthly forecasts.
• Monitors, reviews, and processes contractor’s contracts for Engineering, Construction, Mapping, and other activities inclusive of bid packages, purchase requisition, material worksheets, invoices (inclusive of validation and reconciliation), As-builds, GPS data points, etc., necessary in the satisfactory completion of said projects in support of Capital and O&M activities.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE?

• A college degree in related field from an accredited college/university is desirable. Related fields include disciplines such as Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Applied Sciences, or Business Administration.
• Maintenance of Traffic MOT (ATSSA) certification.

WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM?

Includes residential and commercial customers, architectural and engineering firms, plumbers, developers, general contractors and all their subcontractors, County and/or City officials and staff, Florida Department of Transportation, CSX, EPA, FPSC, and home owner associations.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE?

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships 
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers 
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment 
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity 
• Develops People and Teams 

WHERE AND HOW YOU’LL WORK?

• Work hours consist of a minimum of 8-hours per day Monday through Friday. Some overtime is required to meet Customer deadlines and storm response.
• Working conditions are both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• The level of stress is moderate to heavy depending upon the level of interaction with customers and governmental agencies.
• May be assigned to the Call-Out rotation schedule as an after-hours coordinator for emergency response.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US?

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work. 
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance. 
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan. 
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success. 
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career. 
• And much more!

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.