Oil and Propane Service Technician

F. F. Hitchcock Company; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Uniforms supplied

Education assistance

Growth opportunities

Mentor/Apprentice Program

MyCTSavings retirement program

Company-paid licensing, certifications

and renewals

Job summary

F. F. Hitchcock Co., Inc. in Cheshire, CT is hiring a full-time Oil and Propane Service Technician.

Earn $20-$40 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities. Company vehicle provided, health/dental insurance, PTO, uniforms, education assistance, and a mentor/apprentice program are included. Position offers on-the-job training, license support, and a clear written career ladder. Trip to a central location before travel across Greater New Haven County and Central

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Connecticut B-2 or B-4 license for Tech 2+; G-2 for gas piping work.
• Apprenticeship registration through the Connecticut Department of Labor will be provided for Tech 1.

Responsibilities

• Perform combustion testing and system adjustments with specialized instruments.
• Complete annual cleanings and preventive maintenance.
• Assist with tank work and fuel conversions.
• Restore heat for customers during cold days.
• Develop next-generation technicians as you gain experience.

Skills

Valid driver's license

On-call readiness

Apprenticeship readiness

Education

Apprenticeship registration through DOL

Tools

B-2/B-4 license

G-2 license

S-2 or D-2 licensing

Job description

F. F. Hitchcock Company is seeking a full-time Oil and Propane Service Technician to join our team in Cheshire, CT. Whether you're a seasoned professional or looking to grow your career through a registered apprenticeship program, you'll find meaningful work, ongoing support, and opportunities to advance your skills. If you're ready to build your future with a company that recognizes and rewards quality workmanship,

As our Oil and Propane Service Technician, you'll earn a competitive wage of $20-$40 per hour, depending on experience, license, and level, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Company vehicle provided
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniforms supplied
• Education assistance
• Growth opportunities
• Mentor/Apprentice Program
• MyCTSavings retirement program
• Company-paid licensing, certifications, and renewals

We also offer our Oil and Propane Service Technician company-paid training, certifications, license fees, and renewals, a gas card, vehicle maintenance, and a written career ladder with published advancement criteria so you always know what's next.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR BUSINESS?

F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling began as a general store in 1870. Today, we are still serving our community with the convenience of a one-stop shop for each customer's plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and fuel needs. Our mission is to personally know our customers and make sure that they are satisfied with every service we provide.

We are a family-owned business that views each member of our team as part of our family. Our management is hands-on and our technicians, fuel delivery team, and support staff are all highly skilled. We offer our team flexible scheduling that provides them with a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we offer competitive wages, benefits, and perks.

DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS?

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Connecticut B-2 or B-4 license for Tech 2 and above
• G-2 license for gas piping work
• Willingness to participate in the heating season on-call rotation
• Tech 1 candidates require no license; apprenticeship registration through the Connecticut Department of Labor will be provided

Preferred qualifications include a combination of B-4 and G-2 licenses, strong combustion analysis skills using instruments, steam and boiler experience, oil-to-propane and oil-to-heat-pump conversion experience, S-2 or D-2 licensing, and technicians licensed in Massachusetts or Rhode Island who are interested in Connecticut reciprocity.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS AN OIL AND PROPANE SERVICE TECHNICIAN?

This is a full-time position, with employees reporting to a central location before traveling throughout Greater New Haven County and Central Connecticut.

In this role, you'll perform combustion testing and system adjustments with specialized instruments, complete annual cleanings and preventive maintenance, assist with tank work and fuel conversions, or restore heat for customers during the coldest days of the year. You'll have opportunities to handle increasingly complex systems, and at the Fuel Service Tech 3 level, you'll tackle challenging boiler and steam issues, resolve recurring callbacks, and help develop the next generation of technicians.

Must have the ability to pass a background check.