Gas Distribution Fitter & Equipment Operator

aquaamerica; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Natural Gas, a division of Essential Utilities, seeks a Fitter to operate and maintain natural gas piping systems at the Kiski location in Western Pennsylvania. A CDL and outdoor construction experience are required.

You will set meters, repair lines, and operate heavy equipment such as backhoes; all work follows strict safety and pipeline rules. Background checks and DOT drug screening are required; veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
• Proven experience working outdoors performing construction/manual labor.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment, backhoe experience is preferred.
• Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history report, motor vehicle report and a DOT drug screening.
• Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior pipeline experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction, operation and maintenance of gas distribution, transportation or production system.
• Set meters, retire old meter sets, set curb boxes, repair service lines, connect and disconnect meters, repair leaks.
• Use tapping and other air compressor equipment and making connections at mainlines.
• Perform ditch digging, back filling, carrying tools and materials connected with the job.
• Operate one or more of the following types of equipment: backhoes, excavators, dump trucks.

Skills

Outdoor construction

Manual labor

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Job description

Peoples Natural Gas, a division of Essential Utilities, seeks a Fitter to operate and maintain natural gas piping systems at the Kiski location in Western Pennsylvania. A CDL and outdoor construction experience are required.

You will set meters, repair lines, and operate heavy equipment such as backhoes; all work follows strict safety and pipeline rules. Background checks and DOT drug screening are required; veterans are encouraged to apply.