Natural Gas Service Technician Helper

Philadelphia Gas Works; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,508 - 32,057; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

Free Dental Insurance

Flex Spending

Commuter Benefits

Pension Plan

Parental Leave

Free Parking

Wellness Programs

Onsite Gyms

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Philadelphia Gas Works is seeking a Field Service Technician Helper to support skilled service personnel on service work in Philadelphia. The role offers a starting pay of $19.805/hr and includes responsibilities such as delivering parts and providing physical assistance in customer locations.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and preferably mechanical experience. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including free health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
• Experience in the gas/utilities industry is a plus.
• Ability to pass manual and computer-based pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Accompany skilled personnel on service work and street leak relief.
• Deliver parts and materials to various locations.
• Act as the contact person for delivery service.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in inclement weather

Mechanical and/or construction background

Experience in customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Philadelphia Gas Works

Looking for a challenge and ready to power up your career?

Free Health Insurance Options– Free Dental Insurance – Flex Spending - Commuter Benefits - Pension Plan – Parental Leave - Free Parking – Wellness Programs – Onsite Gyms –Tuition Assistance- PSLF Eligible Employer-

The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today. As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region.

Become part of the PGW Team!

Field Service Technician Helper

Starting Pay - $19.805/hr

Responsibilities

Service Technician's will accompany skilled service personnel in designated areas and work rotating shifts under variable job conditions on a customer’s premise. Will provide physical help as needed on service work and street leak relief.

Act as contact person for delivery service between outlying stations, and deliver parts and materials to various locations. This position requires a considerable amount of both physical and mental effort; activities and duties may have a direct bearing on the safety of the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current,validdriver’s license with a clean driving history
• A mechanical and/or construction background as a pipe fitter, plumber’s helper or similar work experience;
• Experience in the gas/utilities industry is a plus;
• Experience in providing residential customer service (e.g., carpentry; cable technicians; plumber's helpers)or similar work
• Ability to work in inclement weather; any assigned shift including weekends, night and holidays
• Must beable to passboth manual and computer-based pre-employment testing
• Residentialcustomer service experience or similar work (e.g., hotel/apartment facilitiesmaintenance)
• Communication skills

This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol tested position. This position is subject to Federal drug testing requirementswhich includes testing for substances including but not limited to marijuana

Weoffer a strong benefit package that includes free basic health and dental insurance. PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affidant Action Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted.