Field Technician - Natural Gas Pipeline & Metering

WTG Energy; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

WTG Energy in Kermit, TX is seeking a Field Technician to perform pipeline tasks on natural gas transmission and distribution systems. Duties include meter service, pipeline locating, customer service, odor investigations, connecting and disconnecting services, construction and maintenance, and recording maintenance logs.

The role balances office and field work. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid Texas driver's license, ability to work independently, and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and maintain insurability.
• Must live within 35 miles of Kermit, TX.
• Employees are subject to on-call rotation.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Requires excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook and Excel is required.
• Strong mechanical skills are required.
• 3 years of verifiable experience in any combination of natural gas or utility operations.

Responsibilities

• Meter service and installation.
• Pipeline locating.
• Customer service.
• Natural gas odor investigation.
• Connecting and disconnecting natural gas services.
• Construction and maintenance work.
• Installing and repairing natural gas main and service lines.
• Fusing pipe.
• Maintain records associated with service and repair functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Mechanical skills

Driving/Vehicle operation

On-call availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Job description

WTG Energy in Kermit, TX is seeking a Field Technician to perform pipeline tasks on natural gas transmission and distribution systems. Duties include meter service, pipeline locating, customer service, odor investigations, connecting and disconnecting services, construction and maintenance, and recording maintenance logs.

The role balances office and field work. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid Texas driver's license, ability to work independently, and strong