Propane Service Technician (CDL B) - Hiring Bonus

Lakes Gas Co; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) match

On-call rotation

Job summary

Lakes Gas Co is seeking a propane Service Technician for a local route, home every night, with a Class B CDL. Primary duties include servicing, installing, and inspecting propane tanks and appliances at residential and commercial sites, along with occasional deliveries and on-call shifts.

The role emphasizes safety, strong mechanical aptitude, and customer service, with a comprehensive benefits package and a $3,000 sign-on bonus. CDL endorsements and ongoing training are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (or ability to obtain) without air brake restrictions.
• Clean driving record verifiable by a FMCSA report.
• Must pass a DOT physical and maintain a valid medical card.
• Strong math skills for calculations and conversions.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly.
• Detail all service work in work orders.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service, sales, servicing, inspecting, and installing propane tanks, cylinders and appliances at residential/commercial sites.
• Pump out tanks, relocate tanks, and install gas lines and piping.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and plant; assist branches with propane deliveries as needed.
• Operate safely in all weather conditions; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Mechanical aptitude

Strong driving skills

Reading and writing

Team communication

Education

CDL Class B with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements

Tools

Handheld tablets

Job description

Description

**$3,000 Sign-on Bonus!!**

Family owned for over 60 years; Lakes Gas is among the largest propane providers in the Midwest. But don’t let our size fool you: At each of our locations, we operate with a small-town, local feel, with employees who live in the communities they serve.

Lakes Gas is seeking a propane Service Technician for a local route, home every night, Class B CDL position. Primary responsibilities include customer service, sales, servicing, inspecting, and installing propane tanks, cylinders and appliances at residential and commercial sites. Service Technicians pump out tanks, remove and relocate tanks, perform outside equipment inspections, route, secure and install gas lines and piping and set and install tanks and meters. Service Technicians will assist in the upkeep of company vehicles, tools, and plant. Service Technicians may assist branch locations by delivering propane to customer's accounts. CDL candidate needs to be safety conscious, have a strong mechanical aptitude and good driving skills. This CDL position does involve being exposed to extreme weather environments and working a compensated on-call rotation.

**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!!**

Full Benefits Package available includes: competitive wages, paid time off, health insurance for employees and their families with employer contributions, dental, vision, flex spending, pet insurance, referral incentives, 401(k) profit sharing/match, product discounts and more.

Bonus Terms

*You will receive $1,000 after (3) months of employment and achieving a minimum of a Class B License with Tanker and Hazardous Endorsements; After successfully completing (6) months of employment you will receive an additional $2,000. Must be employed and in good standing at the time of payout to qualify.

Requirements

• Valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements (or the ability to obtain requisite endorsements) without air brake restrictions
• A clean driving record verifiable by a Federal Motor Vehicle Report
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and maintain a Federal DOT medical card
• Accurately perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must have the ability to read, write, and clearly communicate
• Ability to detail all service work performed in company work orders
• Must comply with federal drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Ability to operate and maintain handheld tablets
• DOT Hazmat Training and Maintenance every three years
• Knowledge of NPFA 54 related to gas piping and appliance installation including combustion air and flue gas venting requirements
• Maintains compliance with all DOT requirements

Physical Demands:

• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to pull delivery hose
• Must be able to bend, climb, reach, and rotate as needed
• Filling, loading, securing and delivering propane cylinders or bulk

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. EEOC