Sorry I haven't been a very diligent blogger. A few weeks ago I mentioned that we'd applied for new jobs. Well, we got them and have been working for a couple weeks now. When we get home, I'm pretty tired and sort of sit and stare for most of the evening. But, we're getting into the groove and feeling a bit peppier.
So, what are the new jobs?
We're natural gas meter surveyors.
Well, that explains it all, right?
Every year, the government mandates that 20% of all active natural gas service lines be surveyed for leaks. The company we work for contracts w/the local natural gas providers and sends crews (like us) out to perform those surveys.
We each have a piece of equipment called a flame pack. It weighs about 6 pounds and detects gas leaks. We take our flame packs and walk along the gas line moving it back and forth and then we go to the meter at the house and check it for leaks.
Basically, you wiggle the flame pack back and forth. So, I call it The Wiggler. And if I have checked a service for leaks, I tell Chris "I wiggled it."
I know you all sleep better knowing I'm responsible for gas line safety.
Sounds like your new job might require a lot of walking? - Robin
ReplyDeleteYes! Another of the benefits. Probably a couple miles per day but it could go up to 4-6 per day. It feels good to get more exercise.
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