Gas Distribution Technician

Eversource Energy • Somerville, MA

1d • 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. Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

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
• 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

• CDL license preferred

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
• Assisting during an emergency outside of normal responsibilities, work hours and location

What This Job Offers

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