Operations Technician - Street

South Jersey Industries; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

South Jersey Industries in Appleton, WI is hiring for a Street/Utility position. You will perform core utility work, including customer service tasks and installing meters and gas pressure regulators, with 8- or 10-hour shifts and a qualifying rate of $22.75 per hour.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, pass a pre-employment hands-on assessment, and hold a valid NJ Driver’s License. The role is DOT-regulated, requiring standby and emergency response, and offers benefits and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Pass pre-employment hands-on assessment
• Valid NJ Driver’s License
• DOT-regulated position with random drug screening

Responsibilities

• Complete core utility work including customer service and installing gas meters/regulators
• Conduct leak investigations and respond to emergencies
• Install, repair, and maintain distribution mains and services
• Operate mechanical equipment
• Perform other duties as defined by the CBA for Street/Utility role

Skills

Standby responsibilities

Emergency work

DOT position

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

South Jersey Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, affordable clean energy to over 400,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Salem, and portions of Gloucester, Burlington, and Camden counties in New Jersey. At our core, we are dedicated to being a committed community partner, providing exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. At South Jersey 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

Days & Hours: Depending on work function, must be flexible to work 8 or 10-hour shifts as assigned.

Qualifying Rate - $22.75

Essential Functions

• Completing all phases of core utility work regarding customer service and meter and gas pressure regulator installations.
• Conducting leak investigations and responding to emergencies of any nature.
• Installing, repairing, and maintaining distribution mains and services.
• Operating mechanical equipment.
• Other duties as defined by the CBA for the Street/Utility Job Family.

Initial assignments will be as follows

Street

Qualifications Required Background

• High School Diploma or GED
• All applicants must pass pre-employment hands-on assessment
• A valid NJ Driver’s License

Required Skills

Must be available for standby responsibilities and emergency work when required. 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.

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

• 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

• Step 1 - 22.75 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.

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.