NATURAL GAS DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR/WELDER
🔧 Now Hiring: Gas Operator/Welder
City of Wahoo – Natural Gas Distribution Department
Are you ready to build a career that fuels your future and supports your community? The City of Wahoo is seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our Natural Gas Distribution Department as a Gas Operator/Welder.
🛠️ About the Role:
This position involves semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of gas distribution lines and related components. You’ll perform welding and fabrication using acetylene and electrical equipment, and assist with the installation, inspection, and operation of the municipal gas system.
On-call availability is required as part of the role.
✅ Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain a CDL within six months of employment
- Must possess or be able to obtain:
- Gas Operator’s Qualification
- Plastic Fusion Certification
- Welding Certification
💵 Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting pay: $29.63/hour
- Top pay: $38.51/hour
- Pay increase opportunity after six months
- Wage based on qualifications, certifications, and experience
- Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
📋 Additional Requirements:
- All offers of employment are conditional upon:
- Physical exam
- Drug screening
- Background check (including driving record)
📬 How to Apply:
Submit a job application (link below), a letter of interest, and a resume (optional) to:
City of Wahoo
Attn: HR Coordinator
605 North Broadway
Wahoo, NE 68066
📧 Or email: baker@wahoo.ne.us
📌 Please indicate the position you are applying for on the application.
🔗 Application (Printable)
🔗Application (Fillable)
🔗Medical choices
🔗Benefits information
🔗Gas Op Welder Pay Scale
🔗Job Description-Operator/Welder
🔥 Join a team where your work powers the community. Apply today and make a difference in Wahoo!
Application packets are also available at City Hall, by emailing baker@wahoo.ne.us or online at www.wahoo.ne.us under the "Employment opportunities" tab on the home page, or by calling City Hall at 402-443-3222. Applications should be returned to City Hall, 605 North Broadway, Wahoo, NE 68066.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
THE CITY OF WAHOO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.