Fitter

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Monongahela, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitter will perform skilled duties and operate equipment for the operation, maintenance and installation of natural gas piping system and related natural gas facilities. This position is a covered function regulated by 49 CFR Part 192 (pipeline safety rules) and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Peoples, an Essential Utilities company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
Proven experience working outdoors performing construction/manual labor.
Ability to operate heavy equipment, backhoe experience is preferred.
Successful candidates will be required to become operationally qualified and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a backhoe during his or her probationary period.
Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history report, motor vehicle report and a DOT drug screening.

Nice To Haves

If you do not live within 45 minutes of this location, you will not be eligible for this opportunity.
Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior pipeline experience

Responsibilities

Assisting in the construction, operation and maintenance of gas distribution, transportation or production system.
Setting meters, retiring old meter sets, setting curb boxes, repairing service lines, connecting and disconnecting meters, repairing leaks.
Using tapping and other air compressor equipment and making connections at mainlines.
Performing ditch digging, back filling, carrying tools and materials connected with the job.
Operating one or more of the following types of equipment: backhoes, excavators, dump trucks.