Field Technician - Gas Service & Install (Entry)

NiSource Inc.; Coshocton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Inc. in Coshocton, OH is seeking an entry-level Operations Field/Service Technician.

This position offers a clear career path with progression to Field/Service Technician 2 after two years, contingent on successful training and Operator Qualifications. The role requires installing, repairing and maintaining distribution facilities, servicing meters and regulators, and supporting both residential and commercial customers.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a mechanical aptitude and be able to use various types of hand tools needed for repair of field facilities.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations, prepare legible records and understand written and oral communications.
• Must have ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to follow through on assignments with little or no direct supervision.
• Requires skill in reading/interpreting gauges & dials.
• Must be able to be certified to wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
• All positions are subject to applicable DOT (Department of Transportation) Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Plan (AMPP) regulations.
• All positions must be able to respond to emergency calls and work scheduled and nonscheduled overtime.
• Successful candidates must pass pre-employment Attitude Assessment, Aptitude Testing, Physical Capability Assessment, Drug Screen, MVR screen and Background report.
• Successful candidates must abide by area specific living requirements.
• Must be able to pass applicable service physical capability assessments.
• Job requires working in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations concerning pipeline safety and underground construction practices

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and replace distribution facilities such as main lines and services and for the operation and maintenance of construction equipment.
• Serve the needs of a residential and commercial customer base.
• Operates all light earth-moving equipment (backhoe, side boom, tamper, hydrac-crane) and maintains it.
• Installs and removes gas meters, meter settings, and regulators; tests service lines for leaks.
• Uses test instruments to install, service, and adjust gas appliances.
• Investigates gas service inquiries (no gas, leaks, odor, fires, high bills).
• Advises plumbers, contractors, and customers on service and house line installations.
• Turns gas on/off for customers.
• Reads meters, locates curb boxes, and collects delinquent bills.
• Uses gauges and gas detection instruments to locate leaks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Math skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Gauge reading

SCBA certification

Emergency readiness

Background check clearance

OSHA knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

NiSource Inc. in Coshocton, OH is seeking an entry-level Operations Field/Service Technician.

This position offers a clear career path with progression to Field/Service Technician 2 after two years, contingent on successful training and Operator Qualifications. The role requires installing, repairing and maintaining distribution facilities, servicing meters and regulators, and supporting both residential and commercial customers.