Entry-Level Field Utility Technician — Apprenticeship Path

Virginia Natural Gas; Providence Forge (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) is seeking dynamic, career-motivated individuals to join our Field Operations team in Providence Forge. The Utility Worker is an entry-level, developmental role with potential for growth through our apprenticeship program.

Work is predominantly outdoors in all weather conditions. Candidates must be able to travel up to 5% and be willing to work extended hours; a DOT drug test is required and on-call availability is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Job is entry level and requires no previous experience.
• Must pass the DOT drug test.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of a crew engaged in installing and repairing gas mains and service lines. Participates in making taps on mains and services
• Provides assistance with all distribution activities involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of the distribution system
• Completes jobs by digging, shoring, repairing leaks, testing, and wrapping pipe. Performs work with hand tools, air tools, shovels, etc. during distribution activities while adhering to all safety and work rules. Assists other crew members in all activities as required. Ensures that truck is stocked with equipment and supplies and maintains distribution vehicles, tools and other equipment in neat and orderly condition
• Must live in the service area and be subject to call out for emergency service. Stand By duty and emergency call out

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) is seeking dynamic, career-motivated individuals to join our Field Operations team in Providence Forge. The Utility Worker is an entry-level, developmental role with potential for growth through our apprenticeship program.

Work is predominantly outdoors in all weather conditions. Candidates must be able to travel up to 5% and be willing to work extended hours; a DOT drug test is required and on-call availability is expected.