Gas Utilities Field Technician – Service & Safety

Duke Energy; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided

Job summary

Duke Energy is hiring an entry to experienced Service Technician to maintain and install natural gas facilities on transmission and distribution systems. The role requires safe operation, customer interaction, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include meter work, ERT installations, emergency response, and compliance with CDL-related requirements. The position involves outdoor work, mobility across sites, and potential overtime or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with construction tools and basic mechanical concepts.
• Experience using Windows PCs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain CDL medical card within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform work assignments on customer’s premises.
• Interact with customers professionally and courteously.
• Read meters and log readings accurately.
• Install/program encoder receiver transmitters (ERTs).
• Turn off and/or remove meters due to non-payment.
• Investigate gas leaks or odorant and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Experience using construction tools

Mechanical concepts

Windows PCs

CDL card readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

GPS devices

Maps

Smartphone / mobile devices

Job description

Duke Energy is hiring an entry to experienced Service Technician to maintain and install natural gas facilities on transmission and distribution systems. The role requires safe operation, customer interaction, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include meter work, ERT installations, emergency response, and compliance with CDL-related requirements. The position involves outdoor work, mobility across sites, and potential overtime or weekend shifts.