Natural Gas Service Person Training Program

Winnipeg, MB

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

• Conduct odorant tests, cathodic reads and regulator station inspections.
• Repair and make alterations to the natural gas distribution system including above and below grade piping and equipment.
• Replace natural gas meters and regulators and repair or install service lines.
• Respond to natural gas related emergencies such as damaged gas lines, gas odor calls, fire calls and Carbon Monoxide calls.
• Inspect all new and replacement gas appliances.
• Repair and adjust furnaces, boilers, water heaters and residential cooking appliances.
• As part of your training, you will be required to obtain a Utility D Gas Fitter's Licence by successfully completing the Inspection and Technical Services Manitoba Utility D Gas Fitter's exam. Natural Gas Service Persons need to continuously upgrade their skills and knowledge to keep pace with the ongoing development of new technology in the natural gas industry.

• High school graduate with a minimum of the following specific credits:  Mathematics 40S (Applied or Pre Calculus); Physics 30S; and English 40
  OR
• Possess a Class "A" or "B" Gasfitter's licence issued by the Province of Manitoba certifying qualifications (or equivalent Provincial certification). 
• Possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's Licence (intermediate or full) 
• It is Manitoba Hydro's preference that candidates reside within the Winnipeg headquarters zone or within 20 minutes driving distance from your assembly point. The Winnipeg headquarters zone is defined as the City of Winnipeg and 5 km outside of the perimeter.
  - Note: During periods of standby, you must reside within the defined Winnipeg headquarters zone.
• Meet the challenges of physically demanding work in all types of weather.
• Capable of working at heights on ladders, scaffolding, catwalks, roof tops and mechanical lifts.
• Be prepared to work with natural gas and mechanical and electrical systems while adhering to established safety procedures.
• Be prepared to work in confined spaces with hazardous products while conforming to established safety procedures.
• Be prepared to work various shifts which may include days, evenings, weekends, nights, standby and/or statutory holidays once you are fully qualified to do so.
• Be prepared to interact with customers as required.
• Other relevant trades designations may be considered. (e.g. plumber)

• A resume and cover letter;
• High school and any post-secondary school transcripts or training certificates.