Laborer

The Energy Cooperative; Hebron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Retirement Pension Plan

Education Assistance

Job summary

A utility service provider in Hebron, Ohio is hiring an entry-level Laborer to assist in routine manual labor tasks for construction and maintenance operations. This position requires the ability to perform physical labor, operate tools, and work in various weather conditions. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and a valid Ohio Driver’s License. Comprehensive training and fair treatment are emphasized, and the company offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year related experience in the natural gas industry.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required.
• Ability to learn to operate various tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew members in construction and maintenance tasks.
• Familiarize with construction and maintenance forms.
• Perform cleanup of job sites and keep tools ready.

Skills

Ability to deal with the public

General knowledge of tools and equipment

Ability to follow instructions

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Tools

Line locators

Combustible gas instruments

Job description

The Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Newark, Ohio, serves over 70,000 electric, natural gas, and propane members throughout east-central Ohio. As a non‑profit cooperative, we are member‑owned and controlled by the members we serve. We are committed to serving our members safe, high quality energy services at a reasonable price. We believe in our employees and strive to provide fair, honest and equal treatment with a commitment to training, education, and opportunity for advancement in a safe and secure environment.

At The Energy Cooperative, we take pride in offering competitive benefits and want our employees to have what they need to be their best.

Here’s a glimpse of the programs we offer our employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Programs for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time‑Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

We are currently seeking a Laborer for our Hebron, OH Service Center. This is a non‑exempt, entry level position within the bargaining unit responsible for routine, manual labor work in the construction and maintenance area of the system. Work performed requires limited judgment and is generally under the direction of a Crew Leader or Supervisor. This position will provide the opportunity to gain experience in other company job classifications such as operating various tools and equipment used in field operations.

Nature and Scope of Position (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

• Assist other crew members in the opening and closing of trenches and in loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Fuse plastic pipe and fittings according to company procedures both in the shop and on the job site.
• Assist other crew members with the installation and repair of mains and services.
• Keep tools and equipment clean and ready for use as needed to perform daily assignments.
• Perform cleanup of job sites and other work areas as directed.
• Assist crew leaders, mechanics, equipment operators, and welders or other workers in their assigned duties.
• Become familiar with all forms pertaining to construction and maintenance of equipment and facilities such as leak orders, material tickets, maintenance records, etc.
• Perform related work as required and other such duties as may be assigned provided the work and duties coincide with employee’s qualifications.

Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent GED, a minimum of one year related experience in the natural gas industry; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certifications, Licenses and/or Training: Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and good driving record. Commercial Driver’s License preferred.
• Language Skills: Ability to deal with the general public in a pleasant and courteous manner at all times. Ability to understand and follow written and/or oral instructions. Ability to prepare and complete the necessary service orders, and other written documentation required for this position.
• Other Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance of the utility system. Working knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to this type of work. Must maintain good physical condition with sufficient physical strength to perform heavy, manual‑type labor encountered in the work area with sound safety practices. Ability to learn to operate line locators, combustible gas instruments, and other tools and equipment used in the construction and repair of the utility system. Adapt to performing under stress, when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations; or in situations in which working speed or sustained attention are critical aspects of the job.

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• While performing this job, an employee would regularly walk, stand, bend, crouch, kneel, climb, stoop, lift, use hand tools, operate other tools and power equipment.
• Successful performance requires ability to maintain sufficient strength to lift heavy objects, and the ability to successfully work in adverse weather conditions.
• May require announced or unannounced overtime work and the ability to respond to call‑out work during non‑working hours or emergencies.
• An employee in this position must successfully complete pre‑employment drug and physical testing and is subject to random testing as outlined in the Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy.