Mechanic II

South Jersey Industries; New Jersey; On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Elizabethtown Gas, a natural gas utility, is seeking a field technician to perform construction and maintenance on its distribution systems in New Jersey. The role requires hands-on work, heavy equipment operation, and readiness for on-call rotation.

Hours are Monday–Friday, with potential overtime and on-call duties. A high school diploma and valid NJ driver’s license are required, with CDL preferred; comprehensive benefits are offered through the SJI family.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction work.
• Familiar with air tools and construction equipment.
• Valid NJ Driver's License; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance on Elizabethtown Gas Company distribution systems.
• Install mains and services.
• Repair gas leaks.
• Locate and mark-outs.
• Deactivate and activate mains and services.
• Operate field equipment and tools as required.

Skills

Experience in construction work

Familiar with air tools and equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

Elizabethtown Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to over 300,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, and Mercer counties. At our core, we’re dedicated to being a committed community partner, delivering exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. At Elizabethtown Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM with rotating on call off hour and weekend standby. Overtime as needs dictate.

Basic Function: Performs construction and maintenance on Elizabethtown Gas Company distribution systems.

• Essential Functions: Performs construction and maintenance on Elizabethtown Gas Company distribution systems
• Installation of mains and services.
• Repairs gas leaks
• Pipe coating
• Locating and mark-outs
• Main and service deactivation and activation
• Valve lubrication and maintenance
• Plastic fusion
• First response to potential leaks and other gas-related emergencies
• Responsible for completing all associated paperwork for the above described
• Operate a Kubota and Backhoe

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Work in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to lift 100 lbs.
• Routinely operate jackhammers & rotary drills
• Using a shovel to hand excavate
• Required to wear a full-face respirator
• Hours/day of standing or operating in confined spaces (trench)
• May have to work for up to 16 hours straight during emergency conditions
• Required to drive company vehicles for short lengths of time throughout the day
• Required to work Stand-By (24-hour on-call)
• Requires bending, kneeling, and operating tools in confined space conditions

This is a DOT-covered position and will be subject to random drug screening. Work location(s) may vary based on language as defined in the CBA.

Experience and Qualifications

• Required Experience: Experience in construction work
• Familiar with the use of air tools and construction equipment
• Valid NJ Driver's License
• Preferred Skills/Background: CDL
• Required Background: High School diploma; Or equivalent academic education and experience may be considered.

Explore the Possibilities

South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands-on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day.

Benefits Package Overview

SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include:

• Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k), with generous company match
• Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Employer At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.

Compensation Range:

Start Rate - 32.94 USD

We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience.

Company Overview

SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, NJ, delivers energy services to customers through two primary subsidiaries: SJI Utilities (SJIU) and SJI Energy Enterprises (SJIEE). SJIU houses the company’s regulated natural gas utility operations, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to more than 700,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across New Jersey via its South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas subsidiaries. SJIEE houses the company’s non-utility operations primarily focused on clean energy development and decarbonization via renewable energy production and energy management activities. Visit sjindustries.com for more information about SJI and its subsidiaries.