Construction & Maintenance Technician II, or III

Construction & Maintenance Technician (I, II, or III)

Delta Utilities is seeking a Construction & Maintenance Technician to perform company field operations, including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, construction, and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems.

• Installs, repairs, or replaces steel and plastic pipe.
• Provides First Responder assistance in emergency situations.
• Locates gas lines.
• Loads and unloads required equipment, tools, and supplies onto and from truck.
• Transfers required equipment, tools, and supplies to work sites (C&M Tech I).
• Trains and coaches less experienced crew members (C&M Tech II).
• Assists with or leads work on site (C&M Tech III).

• High school diploma or equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.

• C&M Tech I:
  No prior work experience required.
• C&M Tech II:
  Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction, installation, and maintenance of gas distribution systems, plus a commercial driver’s license and company welding certifications.
• C&M Tech III:
  Minimum of four (4) years’ experience, including two years’ welding experience; requires a commercial driver’s license and company welding certification.

• Apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain a valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with laws and company policies.
• Use proper tools for any given job.
• Assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.
• Assist in preparing pipe for welding.
• Operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher, and two‑ton or larger truck.
• Perform gas meter resets and relights.
• Use company’s mapping system.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude.
• Respond well to changing priorities.
• Solve problems with logical solutions.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Operate Personal Computer, SAP, and Mobile Data.
• Listen and clarify information as needed.
• Communicate with co‑workers, customers, community leaders, contractors, and vendors.
• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Motivate self and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Commit to compliance with applicable laws and company policies, including timely completion of required training.
• Show respect for all individuals and uphold company values consistently.

• Maintain a current, valid driver’s license.
• Class D with Class A CDL preferred (or obtain within first 6 months).
• Obtain company plastic welding certification within 12 months.
• Obtain company Arc or Oxygen‑Acetylene welding certification within 24 months.
• Demonstrate and maintain required certifications after completion.

• Operate a motor vehicle, including entering and exiting unassisted.
• Perform on‑site inspections.
• Operate a personal computer (desktop or laptop).
• Sit for extended periods.
• Operate office equipment such as copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and telephone.
• Exert up to 50 lbs occasionally, or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or move objects.

• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Work in a normal, clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work predominantly standing or sitting.
• Comprehend, document, calculate, visualize, and analyze information.
• Work daily in all types of weather conditions.
• Work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
• Handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
• Work rotating shifts, if required.
• Respond to emergency calls or callouts and occasionally work off‑duty.
• Wear and operate personal protective equipment daily (respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear, earplugs).
• Undergo random drug screening for DOT drivers and DOT safety‑sensitive positions.
• Remain in the service area during emergency events to aid in restoration efforts, if required.

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