Gas, HVAC and Appliance Repair Technician

Career finder•Albert Lea, MN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

MER, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Gas, HVAC and Appliance Repair Technician in our Albert Lea, Minnesota location. WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Requirements

High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving
Live within 30 miles of the Albert Lea office
One year relevant experience (for Field Tech III) or three years of relevant experience (for Field Technician II)
Familiarity with natural gas distribution systems, gas meter maintenance and repair
Installation, repair and service of appliances, both gas and electric heating appliances and related equipment for residential and commercial customers
Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical principles
Customer relations, customer service and/or sales experience
Electronic device operation (computer, Toughpad, etc.)

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, construction and emergency response on gas transmission and distribution systems and provide operational support to install, remove, read and replace gas meters, investigate gas leaks and carbon monoxide calls, complete meter routines and activities such as turn-offs, collections and turn-ons.
Perform line locates and leak surveys as required.
Diagnose, repair, service and install appliances and HVAC equipment.
Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment.
Install, service and routinely change out all sizes of gas metering devices, pressure regulators, relief valves and filters.
Identify, locate and mark all natural gas mains, service lines, and fuel lines within transmission and distribution system.
Perform odorant testing, system leak surveys, cathodic protection, annual mandated system inspections, third party contractor audits, and provide proper documented reports.
Assist with new construction or replacement of natural gas mains and service lines.
Properly set, adjust, and monitor various pressures used for delivery of natural gas including farm taps and pressure testing of facilities.
Provide operational support to install, remove, read and replace gas meters.
Investigate gas leaks and provide emergency response to all types of gas leaks, carbon monoxide calls.
Locating of gas transmission and distribution systems.
Promote and sell non-regulated service contracts (Service Choice).