Apprentice 1st year - Pipefitter (Platte City)

Liberty Utilities; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Apprentice Pipefitter to join their operations team in Platte City. This role involves performing construction and maintenance on natural gas systems while adhering to strict safety standards. The ideal candidate will be passionate about safety, possess a high school diploma, and have a valid driver's license. With a commitment to sustainability and community, this company offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive. Join a team that values teamwork and continuous learning, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the utilities sector.

Benefits

Company Funded Pension Program

401k with Company Match

Full Insurance Benefits

Flexible Working Policy

Share Purchase/Match Plan

Defined Contribution Savings Plan

Top Talent Program

Volunteer Paid Days Off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement Fund

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and CDL required.
• Knowledge of software applications for data tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance activities on gas systems.
• Conduct leak investigations and monitor repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.

Skills

Leak Investigation

Natural Gas Line Installation

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Valid Driver's License

Welding Certificate

Tools

Safety Equipment

Utility Mapping Software

Job description

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Apprentice 1st year - Pipefitter (Platte City)

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.

This position reports to Manager, Operations and is responsible for performing the full range of construction and maintenance activities on transmission and distribution systems and facilities, as applicable. Performs such work in accordance with Company, regulatory and safety procedures, and takes assignments when performing construction and maintenance activities from Crew Foreman.

Accountabilities

• Safety is a core value of our company and no job is so important that it cannot be completed safely. It is the responsibility of all employees to know, understand, and comply with all company safety policies and federal, state, and local regulations. Employees have a responsibility to stop and correct unsafe work practices and to refuse to work in an unsafe situation.
• Performs leak investigations and classifies underground leaks. Locates underground gas lines. Monitors and re-evaluates leaks until repairs are completed.
• Installs and maintains natural gas lines, mains, meters, and regulators.
• Operates and maintains heavy and/or specialized equipment.
• Reviews job site maps for all utility lines and ensures placement of utility markings at the site.
• Inspects work of contractor crews to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provides barricade and channelization services at worksites in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Assists in training and directing other employees engaged in similar duties.
• Responds to natural gas and other emergencies.
• Maintains accurate records and reports to comply with requirements.
• May hold stand-by/first responder duties (FRD).
• Exercises emergency valves per regulations and standards.
• Assists MIC technicians when needed.
• Maintains and repairs cathodic protection systems, conducts interference surveys, and replaces insulators.
• May be required to report outside regular work area.
• Addresses safety and encroachment issues.
• Operates and inspects company vehicles and equipment safely.
• Supports and adheres to company values, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarizes with the Safety Manual and completes safety training.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintains Operator Qualifications (OQs) and classroom training.
• Valid driver’s license and CDL required.
• May require a welding certificate.
• Knowledge of software applications for data tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Works outdoors in various weather conditions and physical environments.
• Activities include stooping, bending, crawling, kneeling, grasping, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Position has living restrictions.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. Our renewable portfolio includes over 3GW of capacity in wind, solar, hydro, and thermal power generation, in operation and under construction.

With a robust, diversified, and growing presence, we demonstrate our “Think Global, Act Local” business model.

What we offer

• Company funded Pension program
• 401k with Company match
• Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)
• Flexible working policy
• Share purchase/match plan
• Defined Contribution savings plan
• Top Talent Program
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Achievement fund

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are interested in this role but do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply to explore the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing each person’s background, diversity, experiences, perspectives, and talents. We promote a safe, healthy, and respectful environment, and are dedicated to utilizing the abilities of all employees, expecting each to uphold this commitment in their responsibilities.