Responder

South Jersey Industries • Union, NJ

3d • $43

About The Position

About Us Elizabethtown Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to over 300,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, and Mercer counties. At our core, we’re dedicated to being a committed community partner, delivering exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. At Elizabethtown Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights. Position Summary A career in Field Operations as a Responder/Utility Technician provides an opportunity in a fast-paced environment that puts people and pipeline safety at the forefront of day-to-day activities. This typically includes but is not limited to employee responsibility for emergency and incident response, gas-related emergencies, customer requests to start and stop gas service, meter work/pipe work. Union Bidding Completed on 10/30/25

Requirements

• 2 years’ experience in mechanical or related field
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking
• HVAC/Plumbing background

Responsibilities

• Responsible for gas leaks and emergencies
• Turn ons and safety checks for natural gas appliances
• Turn off and deactivation of gas service
• Gas meter changes and installation
• Compliance work including but not limited to atmospheric corrosion inspections, meter safety inspections, meter paints, etc.
• Responsible for investigating reported gas leaks and emergencies
• Activation of gas service and safety checks of natural gas appliances

Benefits

• Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k), with generous company match
• Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees