Utility Technician; N. Miami

Overview

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Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

Title:

Utility Technician (N. Miami)
Company:
Peoples Gas System
State and City:
Florida - N. Miami

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
(2 Positions)

Assist in the lay-out, fabrication and installation of gas distribution systems, which includes new construction and/or maintenance on various types of commercial, residential and industrial equipment. An Apprentice shall work in compliance with all Company policies, procedures, rules, regulations, safety standards and communicate in an effective, professional and courteous manner with all Company personnel, customers, contractors, developers, police/fire officials, other utility representatives, and members of the general public.

• Valid High School Diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited institution is required
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record is required
• Must understand basic map reading; know how to operate power tools and communication devices; ability to follow complex oral and written instructions. Using a calculator- must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, and fractions).

Individuals in this classification have minimal experience in the natural gas industry and will attend and successfully complete formal/informal training to be qualified to efficiently and effectively perform the duties and responsibilities listed below:

• Turn on and turn off gas services, appliances, and equipment.
• Read meters and meter instruments.
• Perform the duties of a line locator.
• Assist and/or perform the installation, removal, change-out or upgrade of service regulators and meter sets.
• Assist and/or perform the start-up of conversion burners.
• May assist and perform the installation and maintenance of underground/above ground distribution/transmission mains, services, equipment and meter activity, including minor repairs and adjustments.
• Assist and/or perform plastic pipe fusion, tapping, and stopping operations.
• Assist and/or perform in operating hydraulic tools, backhoe and other machines used in natural gas operations.
• Assist and/or perform the investigations of inside and outside natural gas leaks.
• Work with a hand-held radio device with internet capability to open and close assigned service orders.
• Use of a lap-top computer for mapping, work orders, training and Employee Self Service for working time, benefits and job listings.
• Ability to work overtime as needed including weekends and holidays in response to gas emergencies.
• Ability to work Call Out and Stand-by schedule on a rotating basis.
• Will perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The BSTB test, interview and mandatory paid training will be held on the following tentative dates:

• Basic Skills Test Battery (BSTB) test
• Interview – Will be done through Microsoft Teams and requires a computer or smart phone (Between the hours of 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday)
• New hire start training date – April 6, 2026
• Mandatory Paid Training in Tampa – all weekdays for 4 weeks, starting April 6

• Builds Strong Collaborative Relationships
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgement
• Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment

• Must be physically capable of indoor/outdoor manual labor.
• Successful candidate must reside within 60 minutes of the North Miami Division office location to ensure business continuity and emergency response time.

• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test for use of respiratory equipment.
• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, stairs and the like using feet, legs, hands, and arms.
• Must be able to maintain balance when walking, standing, or…