Construction & Maintenance Technician I, II, or III

Delta Utilities Services • Broussard, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, construction and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems. This role has multiple levels (I, II, or III) with increasing responsibilities and experience requirements.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling.
• C&M Tech II: Requires a minimum of two (2) years experience in construction, installation and/or maintenance systems (to include one of the following: natural gas distribution; piping systems; water, sewer, or electric utility; state/city/county/parish and the oil industry).
• C&M Tech III: Requires a minimum of four (4) years experience in construction, installation and/or maintenance systems (to include one of the following: natural gas distribution; piping systems; water, sewer, or electric utility; state/city/county/parish and the oil industry).
• Must have one (1) year experience welding steel pipe (Tech II & III).
• Must obtain Class A CDL within 90 days of employment (Tech II & III).
• Must pass company welding certification within 90 days of employment (Tech II & III).
• Able to apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations.
• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.
• Able to assist in preparation of pipe for welding.
• Able to learn and operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher and a two-ton or larger truck.
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.
• Able to respond well to changing priorities.
• Able to solve problems with logical solutions.
• Able to demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills.
• Able to learn and use a Personal Computer, SAP and Mobile Data.
• Able to listen effectively and clarify information as needed.
• Able to communicate with co-workers, customers, community leaders and/or contractors and vendors.
• Able to work independently or in a team based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely.
• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and business practices and do both consistently.
• Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Able to use a variety of hand tools and power tools including picks, shovels, sharp-shooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, etc.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
• Able to exert routine physical effort on a daily basis.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years experience in natural gas distribution preferred (Tech II & III).
• Able to pass written portion of commercial driver’s license (CDL) test within 12 months and attain complete CDL with 24 months (Tech I).
• Able to obtain company plastic welding certification within 12 months and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certification within 24 months (Tech I).
• Able to provide a valid state Class A commercial driver's license and present and maintain a good driving record and to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies (Tech II & III).
• Able to demonstrate and maintain company plastic welding certification and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certifications (Tech II & III).
• Able to learn and perform gas meter resets and relights (Tech II & III).
• Able to learn and utilize company’s mapping system (Tech II & III).
• Able to learn and complete paperwork as required (Tech II & III).
• Able to motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision including self-directed learning (Tech II & III).

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs or replaces steel and plastic pipe.
• Provides First Responder assistance in emergency situations.
• Locates gas lines.
• Loads and unloads required equipment, tools, and supplies onto and from truck.
• Transports required equipment, tools and supplies to work site (Tech II & III).
• Trains and coaches less experienced members of crew (Tech II).
• Assists with or leads work on site (Tech III).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Occasional overtime
• Occasional exposure to gaseous atmospheres
• Rotating shifts, if required
• Emergency calls and/or call-outs
• Random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions
• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED