Gas Utility Field Technician - Mains & Service

UGI Corporation; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountaineer Gas Company is recruiting a Utility Worker for the Huntington Service Center in Huntington, WV. You will locate gas lines, assist with meter work, read meters, and handle customer inquiries in a fast-paced field role.

This position requires outdoor work in all weather, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills. Training and DOT compliance are part of the job with potential overtime and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must live within 45 minutes of the Huntington Service Center.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Outdoor work in all weather and driving in all weather conditions.
• Tact and diplomacy with customers; strong verbal and written communication.
• Operate mechanical/pneumatic equipment and hand tools.
• Enter data accurately into a computer/handheld device.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Subject to overtime and emergency callouts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Locating gas lines and installation, replacement, or repairs to gas mains or service lines.
• Assist customer servicemen with changing meters and responding to inquiries.
• Read gas meters and record volumes for residential and commercial customers.
• Call delinquent customers to collect or disconnect gas service at the meter or curb box.
• Inspect distribution equipment for defects; report odors, leaks, or unauthorized connections.
• Notify appropriate department of irregularities for service action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Mathematical calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Mechanical/pneumatic equipment

Data entry on handheld device

DOT regulations familiarity

Job description

Mountaineer Gas Company is recruiting a Utility Worker for the Huntington Service Center in Huntington, WV. You will locate gas lines, assist with meter work, read meters, and handle customer inquiries in a fast-paced field role.

This position requires outdoor work in all weather, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills. Training and DOT compliance are part of the job with potential overtime and on-call duties.