Gas Distribution Technician

Eversource Energy•Somerville, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gas Distribution Technician is responsible for performing assigned duties including valve box inspections and repairs, non-live gas corrosion repairs, atmospheric corrosion inspections and leak survey inspections using leak detection equipment on inside meter sets, in accordance with Company Safety Standards, and in compliance with Company, State, and Federal Codes and Regulations for duties described in Section II and in compliance with Eversource Gas Operating and Maintenance procedures. The Gas Distribution Technician is responsible for successfully completing all training, OJT Tasks and examinations as required.

Requirements

High School Education or equivalent
2 years of construction experience, gas pipeline experience preferred
Experience working with heavy equipment
Satisfactory completion of a physical pre-screening, completion of company training programs, evaluations and written test
Pass a pre-employment/pre-placement drug test in accordance with D.O.T regulations
Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL license preferred
Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods
Work history that demonstrates safe work habits

Nice To Haves

Gas pipeline experience
CDL license

Responsibilities

Performing assigned duties including valve box inspections and repairs
Performing non-live gas corrosion repairs
Performing atmospheric corrosion inspections
Performing leak survey inspections using leak detection equipment on inside meter sets
Complying with Company Safety Standards, and in compliance with Company, State, and Federal Codes and Regulations
Complying with Eversource Gas Operating and Maintenance procedures
Successfully completing all training, OJT Tasks and examinations as required
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs