Survey Technician – Senior Survey Technician

Atmos Energy

. Performs leak surveys and line patrolling on transmission and distribution systems using traditional and advanced leak detection equipment .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timePrairieville • Louisiana • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in natural gas survey and compliance activities, with a strong focus on safety, regulatory adherence, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in operating advanced leak detection equipment and managing records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Natural Gas Survey ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeLeak Detection Equipment OperationOperator Qualifications (OQ)Records Management System Experience

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Hard Skills

Leak DetectionCode Compliance ActivitiesMapping Discrepancy ResolutionEmergency ResponsePhysical Activity Requirements

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Advanced Leak Detection EquipmentRecords Management System

Certifications & Qualifications

Operator Qualifications (OQ)Safety Training Certifications

Industry Keywords

Natural GasPipeline OperationsCorrosion ActivitiesRegulatory AuditsSafety Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs leak surveys and line patrolling on transmission and distribution systems using traditional and advanced leak detection equipment
Participates in regulatory audits with other work groups as needed
Performs code compliance leakage activities
Identifies deficiencies and creates work orders
Identifies mapping discrepancies and takes corrective action
Performs activities to assure responsiveness to natural gas and other emergencies
Completes and maintains accurate records and reports for Company and regulatory requirements
Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues through resolution
Safely operates and inspects assigned Company vehicles and equipment
Adheres to Atmos Energy values, strategies, policies, procedures, safety requirements, and Code of Conduct
Works as an individual contributor, team member, and/or leader of others
May enter customer premises and work outdoors in varied weather, terrain, noise, ladders, roofs, attics, under houses, and confined spaces
May require extensive and/or overnight travel
May report outside the regular work area

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent and three years' experience in natural gas survey and/or corrosion activities, service, construction and maintenance, and/or pipeline operations; or equivalent
Completes assigned classes, Operator Qualifications (OQ) and OJT specific to Compliance Survey Learning Path
Must obtain and maintain any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications
Valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards
Records management system experience preferred
Ability to utilize the Company's internet/intranet website and available resources for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks
Ability to communicate with internal/external customers to obtain and/or provide explanations and/or information
Ability to perform required physical activities, including bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting
Acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell
Extensive daily walking
Ability to repetitively lift and forcefully push a 15-pound probe into the ground at a contact point of 52 inches
Ability to repetitively generate 142-foot pounds of force at a contact point of 55 inches
Ability to lift 53 pounds from the ground to 52 inches
Ability to generate 81-foot pounds of force at a contact point of 70 inches
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch
Ability to walk a distance of 500 feet
May require residence due to call-out response time
Pre- and post-employment screenings, including DOT/PHMSA drug testing and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks, are required
May be required to hold standby duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call-outs, and occasional extensive hours
Must complete all required safety training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee-focused culture
Competitive pay
Work-life balance
Inclusion and diversity
Holidays and Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan (Matching and Fixed Annual Company Contribution)
Annual Bonus Opportunity
Employee Assistance Program
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
Basic Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Contribution with HDHP
Wellness Programs
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
Paid Training
Linked-In Learning
Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee/Dependent Life Insurance
Employee/Dependent Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts