Technician, Distribution Operations – Leduc

Apex Utilities Inc.; City of Leduc; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan

Insurance coverage

EAP

Vacation & leave

Flexible work model

Safety culture

Job summary

Apex Utilities Inc. is seeking a Technician, Distribution Operations in Leduc to join our Operations team.

This unionized position will play a crucial role in operating and maintaining natural gas pipeline systems and ensuring regulatory documentation is completed accurately and on time. The candidate must have a High School Diploma, Alberta Class 5 license, and at least three years in a related field, with one year in operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years in a related field, with at least one year in operations functions of a natural gas utility.
• Valid Province of Alberta Class 5 driver’s license.
• A clean driver’s abstract is required for this position.
• Ability to perform all necessary physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain natural gas pipeline systems.
• Ensure documentation is completed on time as required by regulations.
• Respond to natural gas related emergencies.
• Perform construction tasks per policies and procedures.
• Represent the Company to customers and the public.

Skills

Driver's license

Valid driver's abstract

Physical ability

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Technician, Distribution Operations - Leduc

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: TECHN001646

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Leduc Head Office
5509 45th St
Leduc, AB T9E, CAN

Description

Job Posting: Technician, Distribution Operations – Leduc
Job Category: Operations & Engineering
Requisition Number: 22-26
Application Deadline: Until a suitable candidate is found.
Wages: $38.59 – $46.32 per hour.

Apex Utilities Inc. is a provincially regulated natural gas distribution utility delivering safe and reliable natural gas service to over 85,000 residential, rural, commercial, and industrial customers in more than 90 communities across Alberta. Supporting Albertans since 1954, Apex operates over 21,000 km of natural gas pipelines and over 600 pressure and regulating stations through a network of 16 district offices. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

What You Will Do:

In this unionized position of Technician, Distribution Operations, you will play an essential role within our Operations Team. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Efficiently operating and maintaining natural gas pipeline systems;
• Ensuring all required documentation is completed on time as required by regulations;
• Responding to natural gas related emergencies;
• Performing construction tasks as per policies and procedures; and
• Representing the Company to customers and the public.

What You Will Bring:

Required qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Three years in a related field, of which one year involves performing the operations functions of a natural gas utility;
• Valid Province of Alberta Class 5 driver’s license;
• A clean driver’s abstract is also required for this position; and
• Ability to perform all necessary physical requirements

Note: The successful candidate will be required to live within 30 minutes driving time from our Leduc District Office to respond to natural gas related emergencies.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

• Mechanical aptitude and dexterity when using tools, equipment, and instruments;
• Utility line locating experience is considered an asset;
• Gas fitting experience is considered an asset;
• Good communication skills, decision making skills and a strong work ethic;
• Ability to establish good working relationships and provide excellent customer service;
• Proficiency working with various computer software systems including Microsoft Office suite;
• Good judgment and maintain motivation and performance when working independently and;
• Safe work habits and adherence to safety regulation.

What We Will Provide:

Apex Utilities Inc. is committed to your professional development and your overall health and safety. When you join our team, here is what you can expect:

• Competitive compensation with incentive program.
• Retirement & savings plans.
• Insurance coverage for Life, LTD, and AD&D.
• Employee Assistance Program for legal, financial, and health-related support.
• Generous leave policies, including vacation, flex, and volunteer day for work-life balance.
• A flexible work model tailored to the requirements of both office and field staff.
• A safety-centric culture.

Inclusive Workplace:

At Apex Utilities Inc., we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results.