Construction & Maintenance Technician (I, II, or III)

Delta Utilities Services•Dubach, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Delta Utilities is seeking a C&M Technician to perform company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, construction and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems.

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 I: Requires no prior work experience.
C&M Tech II: Requires a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction, installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems, including a commercial driver’s license and company welding certifications.
C&M Tech III: Requires a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in construction, installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems, including two years' experience welding (steel) pipe. Requires a commercial driver’s license and company welding certification.
Able to apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations.
Able to provide a valid state 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.
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 learn and perform gas meter resets and relights.
Able to learn and utilize company’s mapping system.
Able to learn and complete paperwork as required.
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 motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision including self-directed learning.
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
Have and maintain a current/valid driver's license.
Class D with Class A CDL preferred driver’s license or with the expectation of obtaining one within the first 6-months of employment.
Able to obtain company plastic welding certification within 12 months and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certification within 24 months.
Able to demonstrate and maintain company plastic welding certification and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certifications.
Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
Able to perform on-site inspections.
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
Able to sit for extended periods of time.
Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
Able to work rotating shifts, if required.
Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily.
Able to be included in 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.
As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol