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GAS FIELD TECHNICIAN I-III

Salary

$33.25 - $45.22 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

EG2AN-26

Department

Long Beach Utilities - (CL)

Opening Date

11/19/2025

Closing Date

12/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Wednesday, November 19, through 11:59pm, Wednesday, December 3, 2025 .

Salary Information:

Grade I: $33.254 - $45.216 Hourly

Grade II: $35.883 - $48.785 Hourly

Grade III: $37.720 - $51.274 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general direction, performs State and Federal compliance activities and meter installations associated with the delivery of natural gas to gas utility customers; surveys for leaks; operates, paints, inspects, maintains, monitors, repairs, installs, troubleshoots, and removes natural gas distribution valves, pressure regulators, controls, commercial/industrial meter set assemblies, and other pipeline facilities; investigates and repairs leaks on gas distribution pipeline facilities; responds to, locates, and marks Underground Service Alert requests; writes reports of work performed and prepares reports on daily, weekly, and monthly metering information; reads and interprets sketches or diagrams of pipe system layouts; and performs other related duties as assigned.

This is not an inclusive list of duties. Additional examples of duties are detailed in the Human Resources approvedGas Field Technician I-III (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/hr/media-library/documents/jobs/job-descriptions-and-compensation/g/gas-field-technician-i---iii) class specification.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Two years of experience as a Gas Construction Worker II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/classspecs/8687) orGas Field Service Representative II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/classspecs/8995) or equivalent position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Knowledge of natural gas pipeline distribution systems;

+ Knowledge of industry standards and principles for construction, installation, repair or maintenance of natural gas distribution systems;

+ Ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds;

+ Ability to enter confined spaces;

+ Ability to work from heights;

+ Ability to operate a computer, tablet, or other electronic devices;

+ Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and

+ Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

Willingness and ability to work an alternative work schedule, overtime, weekends, holidays, irregular hours, and be on-call, as needed.

A Department Operator Qualification certification for the tasks relating to the job assignment (i.e. Corrosion Control, Leak Survey, Telemetry, Underground Service Alert Response, or Valves and/or Regulator Station Maintenance) must be obtained prior to passing probation and maintained as a condition of employment.

Subject to the Federal Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) Anti-Drug & Alcohol Misuse/Prevention Program.

Valid California motor vehicle operator’s license.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts and or certificate, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Application and Supplemental Application..............................................Qualifying

Appraisal Examination……………………………………………………….....................100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted based on application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

If you have not received notification within two weeks of close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008 .

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resource Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking

• Paid Parental Leave*

*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for the position ofGAS FIELD TECHNICIAN I-III. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Certificates should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in anincomplete applicationand will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application and supplemental questionnaire and attachments must be completed and submitted by the filing deadline.Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-6202 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email [email protected] and includeGAS FIELD TECHNICIAN I-IIIin the subject line.Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

+ Yes

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Candidates must have two years of paid, (full-time equivalent) experience as a Gas Construction Worker II or Gas Field Service Representative II or equivalent position. Please indicate the total amount of paid, full-time, equivalent experience you have as a Gas Construction Worker II or Gas Field Service Representative II or equivalent position:

+ I have 2 years or more of paid, full-time, equivalent experience performing the duties in the areas described above.

+ I do not have 2 years or more of paid, full-time, equivalent experience performing the duties in the areas described above. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from this process.

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EXPERIENCE:Please describe your two (2) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience as a Gas Construction Worker II or Gas Field Service Representative II or equivalent position. Your response must include the following information: 1) Job Title; 2) Employer Name; 3) Dates of Employment; 4) Hours worked per week; 5) Job Duties.If you do not have any experience, please type NONE. Do not state "see resume". Incomplete responses may not receive credit.

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Knowledge of natural gas pipeline distribution systems is required. Please describe all your applicable knowledge in the section below. Your response must include the following information: 1) Job Title; 2) Employer Name; 3) Dates of Employment; 4) Hours worked per week; 5) Job Duties.If you do not have this knowledge, please type NONE. Do not state "see resume". Incomplete responses nay not receive credit.

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Knowledge of industry standards and principles for construction, installation, repair or maintenance of natural gas distribution systems is required. Please describe all your applicable knowledge in the section below. Your response must include the following information: 1) Job Title; 2) Employer Name; 3) Dates of Employment; 4) Hours worked per week; 5) Job Duties.If you do not have this knowledge, please type NONE. Do not state "see resume". Incomplete responses nay not receive credit.

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:A Department Operator Qualification certification for the tasks relating to the job assignment (i.e. Corrosion Control, Leak Survey, Telemetry, Underground Service Alert Response, or Valves and/or Regulator Station Maintenance) must be obtained prior to passing probation and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you understand this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Do you have any relatives employed by the City of Long Beach?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you have any relatives that work for the City of Long Beach, please indicate their name, department, position title and relationship. If none please write N/A.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:: By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: certificates and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference.

+ Yes

+ No

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for Gas Field Technician I-III, NeoGov Job Number: EG2AN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link:https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: EG2AN-26) Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visithttp://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )

Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

+ I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.

+ I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me.

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By answering"Yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact Talent Acquisition at (562) 570-6202.

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I hereby certify that all information provided in my online application, including the supplemental questionnaire, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the department may contact my current and past employers or educators to verify the information I have provided in my application. I understand that any falsification or omission of application materials disqualifies me from further consideration for this recruitment. To certify the above statement, please type your full name below.

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Employer

City of Long Beach

Department

Long Beach Utilities - (CL)

Address

411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl

Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone

5625706202

5625706522

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach

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