Distribution Technician I

Florida Public Utilities Company; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Competitive salary

Career growth

Supportive team

Annual bonus

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation in West Palm Beach is seeking a Distribution Tech I to support gas distribution infrastructure, including underground service, main, and regulator stations.

You will work with GIS tools, lead teams, assist in maintenance, emergency response, and ensure regulatory compliance while serving customers with safe energy.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

Distribution Tech I

West Palm Beach

What makes us great

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!
• Competitive base salary
• 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]