LCL702 Fitter Apprentice 1-6

CenterPoint Energy•Evansville, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Natural Gas Fitter plays a vital role in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the utility’s natural gas distribution systems, ensuring the safe, dependable, and efficient delivery of natural gas services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. This position is responsible for performing field construction activities in accordance with company standards, industry regulations, and public safety requirements.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to safely operate utility construction equipment and perform physically demanding tasks.
Basic math skills, written and verbal communication skills, mechanical knowledge as well as the ability to use tools and equipment.
Basic computer skills.
Strong understanding of construction site safety and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying environmental and site conditions.
Valid CDL Class A or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Required to live within thirty driving miles of the reporting operating center.
Must participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to seventy-five pounds on a frequent basis.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, and crawl for extended periods while performing construction and maintenance activities.
Ability to work in trenches, excavations, confined spaces, and uneven terrain while following all safety procedures.
Ability to operate construction equipment, hand tools, and specialized utility tools including trenchers, mini excavators, tapping machines, fusion equipment, and pipe installation tools.
Ability to climb ladders and access elevated or underground work areas safely.
Ability to visually inspect equipment, pipelines, gauges, and safety conditions, including reading maps, meters, and technical documentation.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) includes hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, gloves, hearing protection, and flame-resistant clothing.
Ability to perform emergency response duties, which may include extended physical activity under urgent conditions.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair natural gas mains, service lines, meters, valves, and other related infrastructure within the utility’s service area.
Operate utility construction equipment, including mini-excavators, trenchers, tapping machines, fusion tools, and other specialized tools.
Perform excavation, backfilling, and site restoration in coordination with other utility services and local municipalities.
Accurately read and interpret utility maps, construction drawings, work orders, and safety documents.
Conduct pressure testing, purging, and commissioning of gas pipelines following company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Maintain a strong commitment to public and crew safety, ensuring all activities are performed in compliance with company safety policies, OSHA, DOT, and state utility regulations.
Respond to emergency situations such as gas leaks, service outages, and damage incidents on a rotating on-call basis.
Record job site data, material usage, and work progress using utility software and reporting systems.
Engage professionally with customers, municipal inspectors, and other utility representatives in the field.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs
On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution