Service Mechanic C/B/A

Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.•Bend, OR
•$47 - $52

About The Position

Responsible for placing safety as the number one priority in the day-to-day work routine for self and others. Under general supervision, builds, sets, removes, and dismantles gas service meter and regulator installations; connects and disconnects customers’ gas-consuming devices; turns customer meters on and off; cleans, regulates, and repairs customer appliances; and inspects customers’ house piping and other equipment. Assists in the operation and maintenance of gas distribution equipment; may read customer meters and collect delinquent bills; collects data and information as required; and performs other related work as directed. The job is classified at three levels: Service Mechanic C, B, and A, with hourly wages of $46.86, $48.36, and $51.68, respectively. The application deadline is October 29, 2026.

Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent.
  • Service Mechanic C: at least 12 months of training in the natural gas industry.
  • Service Mechanic B: 3 to 5 years of training in the natural gas or related utility industry.
  • Service Mechanic A: at least 5 years of progressive service-work experience in the natural gas industry.
  • Obtain the applicable city or county gas installation license if one is required.
  • Service Mechanic B and C candidates must satisfactorily pass an examination testing mechanical aptitude and general knowledge before entry into the classification.
  • Service Mechanic A candidates must satisfactorily complete written and performance tests before entry into the classification.
  • Take necessary measures to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyberattack, damage, or unauthorized access.
  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not considered.
  • Pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
  • Be able to lift or move heavy objects, such as a large meter.
  • Reside within a 20-mile radius of district headquarters no later than 90 days after the start date.

Responsibilities

  • Prioritize safety in daily work for self and others.
  • Build, set, remove, and dismantle gas service meter and regulator installations.
  • Connect and disconnect customers’ gas-consuming devices and turn customer meters on and off.
  • Clean, regulate, and repair customer appliances.
  • Inspect customers’ house piping and other equipment.
  • Assist with the operation and maintenance of gas distribution equipment.
  • Read customer meters and collect delinquent bills when required.
  • Collect required data and information.
  • Perform other related work as directed.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance options
  • Dental insurance options
  • Vision insurance options
  • Life insurance options
  • 401(k) plan with company match opportunity
  • Additional retirement contribution
  • 15 days of personal time off (PTO) for new full-time employees, prorated based on hire date
  • Eleven paid holidays per calendar year
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