ENSTAR Natural Gas Hiring for Temporary Distribution Helper (Anchorage) at Anchorage, Alaska Full Time

ENSTAR Natural Gas Company is seeking seasonal workers for the 2021 year. Positions are expected to begin in April/May and end in OctoberJOB SUMMARY:The general responsibilities of a Distribution Helper are to assist co-workers by performing a variety of duties such as furnishing workers with materials/tools/ supplies, cleaning work area/machines/equipment, feeding or off bearing machines, holding materials or tools, and performing other routine duties. This position also performs installation, maintenance, and repair work on mains and service lines and assists co-workers in welding, thermal, and arc cutting tasks.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Assist in laying, repairing, and extending underground plastic and steel gas mains and service lines.Assist in welding and thermal arc cutting activities.Ensure tools required for jobs are on vehicles.Prepare worksite by positioning barricades and signs.Unload materials and equipment from vehicles.Clean vehicle, tools, and equipment as needed.Fuel vehicle and equipment.Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.Operate non CDL vehicles intrastate weighing 14,000 or more pounds.May perform duties requiring a CDL if in possession of a current Alaska CDL.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or equivalent.Experience performing work requiring mechanical aptitude.Construction background preferred.Must possess current Alaska driver’s license and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the ENSTAR’s Driving Policy, CDL preferred.Must be able to obtain a Department of Transportation Medical Certificate per Alaska House Bill 15 effective July 8, 2013.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:Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively interact with individuals within and outside of ENSTAR.General construction knowledge and ability to perform related tasks.Ability to work safely, and safely operate equipment utilized in the installation and repair of mains and/or service lines.Must be self-directed, able to perform in a multi task environment, and able to effectively contribute individually, or as part of a team.Thorough knowledge of ENSTAR’s Standard Operating Procedures.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.Sittingx2.Standingx3.Walkingx4. BendingOverx5. Crawlingx6. Climbingx7. ReachingOverheadx8. Crouchingx9.Kneelingx10. Balancingx11.Pushingorpullingx12.Talkingx13. Repetitive useofhands/armsx14. Repetitive useoflegsx15.Graspingx16.Liftingx10lbsorlessx11 to25lbsx26 to50lbs.x51 to75lbsx76 to100lbsOver 100lbs17. Carrying10lbsorlessx11 to25lbsx26 to60lbsx51 to75lbsx76 to100lbsOver 100lbs18. Eye/hand coordinationx19.Fine ManipulationxVISUAL 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)x4Peripheral 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)x5. 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 requirementsMENTAL EFFORT:OccasionallyContinuouslyFrequently1.Thinkinganalyticallyx2.CommunicationxUsingeffectiveverbalcommunicationxUs