Natural Gas Service Technician

DIGCO; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,950 - 54,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Employee discounts on consumer goods

Job summary

A prominent utility service company in Houston is hiring Natural Gas Service Technicians to support increasing field operations. The role involves reconnecting natural gas service, performing meter maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. Benefits include competitive pay between $900–$1,200 based on performance, comprehensive health packages, and a 401(k) plan. Candidates must pass a drug test and background check and possess a valid driver’s license. This position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must pass drug test.
• Must pass background check.
• No felonies required by CenterPoint compliance.

Responsibilities

• Reconnect natural gas service safely and according to procedures.
• Perform meter maintenance and document work via mobile device.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Follow all safety standards.
• Travel when needed to support outages and special projects.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Valid Driver’s License

Strong communication skills

Ability to work outdoors year-round

Job description

About Us

DIGCO, a Quanta Services Inc (NYSE:PWR) company, based in Houston has been providing infrastructure construction and support services to the natural gas distribution market for over 20 years. Since its inception, DIGCO has seen Houston’s utility demands grow along with the changing needs of our customers. Due to these changes, DIGCO has grown into a full-service contractor delivering construction, maintenance and repair of steel and poly gas lines. In addition, DIGCO provides a suite of field service activities to utilities for turn on/off, meter change outs and service calls.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About This Role

Digco Utility, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, is hiring Natural Gas Service Technicians to support increasing field operations for CenterPoint Energy. This role includes reconnecting natural gas service, performing meter maintenance, assisting with outage response, and ensuring Digco’s high safety standards in the field.

Digco will provide complete training, tools, PPE, and the certifications required to work as a qualified field technician.

What You’ll Do

• Reconnect natural gas service safely and according to CenterPoint procedures
• Perform meter maintenance and document work via mobile device
• Communicate professionally with customers
• Follow all Digco and Quanta safety standards
• Complete all work orders, photos, and job notes accurately
• Travel when needed to support outages and special projects
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions

What You’ll Bring

• Must pass drug test
• Must pass background check
• No felonies (CenterPoint compliance requirement)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work outside year-round
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Willingness to travel for outages/emergency support

What You’ll Get

• $900–$1,200 depending on performance & workload

Benefits Include

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
• Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.