Gas Technician Apprentice — Training Path & Benefits

City of Lexington; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The City of Lexington is seeking a Gas Technician Apprentice I, II, or III to join our utility team. This position performs construction, installation, maintenance and repair of the City’s natural gas facilities and will provide on-the-job training for entry level candidates.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid NC driver’s license, and certification as a Gas Line Fusion, with additional level-specific experience/CDL requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Gas Line Fusion certification.
• Gas Technician I: 1 year of experience in gas industry; NC CDL or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Gas Technician II: 2 years of gas industry experience; NC Class A CDL or equivalent within 60 days.
• Gas Technician III: 4 years of skilled gas utility experience; NC Class A CDL or equivalent within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, installation, maintenance and repair of the City’s natural gas facilities.
• We will train entry level candidates and provide on-the-job instruction.
• Work outside in all weather conditions; participate in on-call rotation.
• Uphold safety and compliance with City policies and procedures.

Skills

Gas industry experience

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Gas Line Fusion certification

Job description

The City of Lexington is seeking a Gas Technician Apprentice I, II, or III to join our utility team. This position performs construction, installation, maintenance and repair of the City’s natural gas facilities and will provide on-the-job training for entry level candidates.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid NC driver’s license, and certification as a Gas Line Fusion, with additional level-specific experience/CDL requirements.