Service Technician Trainee (Albany)

NW Natural•Albany, OR

2d•$41 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry. In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility. Our Service Technicians ensure that our customers are provided with the fuel to provide them a warm, comfortable, and safe environment, especially on a cold winter night. Technicians are responsible for more than just setting meters and troubleshooting gas appliances - they are problem solvers, customer service professionals, and primary first responders to emergency situations. Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you thrive on using your technical ability to solve challenging issues? Do you get satisfaction from making a customer’s day? Are you the sort of person everyone calls when something breaks or a piece of equipment isn’t working properly and needs repair? If so, please consider applying for our team! NW Natural offers all new service technician trainees an intensive 24 month training program after hire; as a trainee, you are responsible for bringing the enthusiasm and drive to learn. Our technician family of jobs also offers opportunities within the company to progress in the ranks, so qualified trainees are always in demand! Join us in our mission to meet our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations!

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and ability in any of the following: mechanical, electrical or construction.
Ability to use associated tools, and the skills/knowledge to apply gauges, piping, pressures, and mechanical concepts.
Manual dexterity adequate to effectively use basic hand tools including, but not limited to, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.
Ability to diagnose problems and follow through with solutions.
Ability to detect natural gas and diesel vapors/fumes.
Basic math and reading skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish priorities, balance multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
Ability to interface with employees and customers to answer questions or resolve issues with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to concentrate on tasks, apply procedures in sequence, make decisions with limited information, and work in a structured team environment.
Ability to perform physically demanding work involving walking, standing, bending, twisting, wrist turning, grasping, lifting, squatting, kneeling, or reaching for 8+ hours.
Ability to work in adverse weather or terrain conditions.
Ability to safely operate Company vehicles/equipment and perform inspections and minor maintenance as necessary and in compliance with Company policies and state/local laws.
Valid OR/WA driver’s license, any required certifications and/or endorsements, and satisfactory driving record. Must obtain a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license within 90 days if current valid license is from another state.
Ability to safely use ladders and climb to heights of at least 50 feet.
Must be able to lift a maximum of 60 lbs.
Exposure to confined spaces as defined by the Company’s Confined Spaces Program.
Subject to random drug testing.
Qualified bidders must be able to respond to their assigned Resource Center within 40 minutes.

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Customer Field Services Policy and Procedures and all applicable codes.
Activates, inspects and diagnoses customer-owned appliances and equipment, as well as installing and maintaining NW Natural owned meter sets.
Adjusts air/gas inputs necessary to provide safe and efficient combustion.
Installs, activates, changes, adjusts, maintains, and removes gas metering and regulating equipment, including those with delivery pressures up to 2.0 psig delivery pressure.
Responds to gas leakage and emergency situations.
Performs non-technical work including meter turn-offs, rereads, and ERT investigations, replacements, and installations.
Trains, assists, and provides feedback to less-experienced workers at the direction of supervisor, which may include providing feedback to supervisor on progress of training.
Wears required Company-issued protective equipment and safety gear.
Operates Company vehicles in compliance with state/local laws and Company policies and procedures.
Acquires and maintains OQ qualifications.
Acts and communicates in a professional, respectful, and cooperative manner in connection with all activities associated with NW Natural.
Follows supervisory instructions and is flexible and adaptable to changing conditions and expectations.
Maintains punctual, regular, and reliable attendance.
Demonstrates the Company’s core values and complies with all Company policies and procedures.

Benefits

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Start with 16 PTO Days (Amount varies based on accrued work hours)
10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
Numerous volunteer and community engagement opportunities
Competitive 401K company contribution and match
15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Wellness incentive program
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless