Construction & Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A natural gas utility is seeking a C&M Technician to join their team in Shreveport. This role involves installing and maintaining natural gas systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and assisting in emergency situations. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to operate heavy equipment. This position requires physical fitness and the capacity to handle the demands of the job in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to learn and operate heavy equipment.
• Aptitude for mechanical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems.
• Locate gas lines and assist in emergency situations.
• Load and unload equipment and tools.

Skills

Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Aptitude

Physical Fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Heavy equipment

Personal Computer

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking a C&M 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.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling.

Minimum experience required of the position

• C&M Tech I: Requires no prior work experience.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities of the position

• Able to apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations.

• Able to provide a valid state driver's license and present and maintain a good driving record and to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.

• Able to assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.

• Able to assist in preparation of pipe for welding.

• Able to learn and operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher and a two-ton or larger truck.

• Able to learn and perform gas meter resets and relights.

• Able to learn and utilize company’s mapping system.

• Able to learn and complete paperwork as required.

• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.

• Able to respond well to changing priorities.

• Able to solve problems with logical solutions.

• Able to demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills.

• Able to learn and use a Personal Computer, SAP and Mobile Data.

• Able to listen effectively and clarify information as needed.

• Able to communicate with co-workers, customers, community leaders and/or contractors and vendors.

• Able to work independently or in a team based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives.

• Able to motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision including self-directed learning.

• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely

• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and business practices and do both consistently

Physical Requirements:

• Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• Able to use a variety of hand tools and power tools including picks, shovels, sharp-shooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, etc.

• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.

• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.

• Able to exert routine physical effort on a daily basis.

Working Conditions:

• Able to work on a daily basis in all types of weather conditions.

• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.

• Able to work rotating shifts, if required.

• Able to respond to emergency calls and/or call-outs and occasionally return to work while off duty.

• Able to certify and don personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.

• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.

• Able to pass written portion of commercial driver’s license (CDL) test within 12 months and attain complete CDL within 24 months.

• Able to obtain company plastic welding certification within 12 months and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certification within 24 months.

• Able to demonstrate and maintain company plastic welding certification and company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certifications.

• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas service across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Once all announced transactions are complete, Delta Utilities will be a $1.7 billion organization representing 600,000 customers and among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and will acquire Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in summer 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.