Distribution Technician I

Chesapeake Utilities Corp.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

Holidays

Sick bank

Annual bonus

Salary increase opportunities

Wellness initiatives

401k

Medical, dental, life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation seeks a skilled gas operations professional to lead complex below-ground installations and repairs in the West Palm Beach area. You will use GIS and company technology to plan emergency maintenance, guide field staff, and perform critical tapping, stopping, welding, and leak investigations on gas pipelines.

You will communicate with customers, document work orders, and contribute to regulatory compliance and DIMP reporting.

Qualifications

• Natural gas industry experience is required.
• Ability to lead and develop field personnel.
• Experience with emergency response and on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex below-ground gas installations and repairs.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation as first responder.
• Plan repairs with GIS and company technology.
• Develop and coach field staff in below-ground skills.
• Perform tapping, stopping, and welding on gas pipelines.
• Document, analyze, and report abnormal operating conditions for compliance.
• Support DIMP reporting and other work documentation.

Skills

Gas operations

GIS proficiency

Leadership

Emergency response

Customer consultation

Tools

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What you’ll be working on…

• Acts as the lead on more complex below ground service, main, and regulator station installations and repairs, while participating in a 24/7 on‑call rotation as a first responder
• Utilizes company provided technology proficiently including the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to plan emergency repairs and maintenance activities of gas main and services
• Leads, directs, and develops employees in below‑ground skills, and provides consistent and reliable feedback to supervision
• Performs the basic‑level tapping and stopping of gas during pipeline maintenance and emergency work
• Performs mechanical, electro‑fusion, and external‑heat‑applied plastic welding on plastic pipe during repairs and maintenance
• Documents, analyzes, and reports abnormal operating conditions and takes appropriate corrective action for regulatory compliance
• Provides information and data required for the Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP), as required, and other necessary work documentation
• Performs service activation, deactivation, leak investigations and repairs, and pipeline maintenance
• Provides customer consultation regarding work performed and instructions on gas usage
• Captures work order documentation on the company provided technology accurately
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

What’s in it For You...

• 3 Weeks paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, Medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [e-mail]

Qualifications

Experience

Required

6 years:

Natural Gas Industry Experience

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