Gas Worker C&M - USW

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Spire is seeking a Gas Worker to work in the Lee’s Summit, MO operation.  This position will be responsible for assisting in the repair, installation, and maintenance of natural gas underground piping.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Functions as part of a crew in the Leak and Maintenance Department and on a field- based work crew in the Construction department performing general laboring duties; breaking pavement, excavating, backfilling, compacting, pipe fitting, operating all air and hydraulic tools.
• Assists field- based work crews with daily duties.
• All other duties as assigned

Essential Characteristics

• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• Ability to obtain a Class E Chauffeur’s license before the end of probation and the ability to drive safely.
• Ability to obtain a CDL Permit before the end of probationary period (90 working days).
• Ability to obtain certification under the Operator’s Qualification Requirements.
• Ability to work day, mid-day evening shifts and weekends.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact appropriately with others.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to apply common sense, collect data and conduct analysis as required to solve certain problems.
• Ability to provide daily direct service to external customers.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to use pipefitting hand tools.
• Ability to work hours and days, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as necessary or desirable to meet business needs.
• Ability to perform duties onsite, except those duties which are customarily or by their nature performed off site.
• Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail.
• Ability to work all required shifts, including some weekend days.  

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Regularly performs work outside on customer’s property in all weather conditions.
•  Lifting up to 50 pounds, 51 to 100 pounds rarely
• Frequent walking, standing and driving
• Push/Pulling up to 100 pounds of force
• Work hours based on business needs
• Overtime and/or travel based on business needs
• Works in hazardous traffic conditions

Posting Requirements

Spire and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please click on the following links: About the EEO law and EEO law supplement.