Propane Technician

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. is seeking a Propane Service Technician to install, inspect, maintain, and repair propane tanks, lines, regulators, and LP equipment at customer sites in Salisbury, MD.

You will follow safety policies, comply with NFPA codes, and deliver reliable service while supporting on-call rotations evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in propane, HVAC, or related field service, a clean CDL with tanker/Hazmat endorsements preferred, and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years propane, HVAC, mechanical, or related field service experience.
• CDL with tanker and hazardous materials endorsements preferred.
• PEP certification preferred or ability to obtain within designated timeframe.
• Strong knowledge of propane systems, NFPA codes, and safety regulations preferred.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Safely install, inspect, maintain, and repair propane tanks, piping systems, regulators, valves, and related equipment.
• Perform leak checks, pressure tests, and system inspections per procedures and regulations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot propane system issues, including appliances and fuel delivery systems.
• Ensure all work complies with safety policies and codes.
• Complete and submit service documentation and regulatory reports accurately and timely.
• Respond to emergency service calls and provide on-call support as scheduled.
• Communicate with management and customers regarding timelines, delays, and equipment needs.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in safe working condition.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Report accidents, unsafe acts, and near misses immediately.
• Operate a propane bobtail and safely deliver propane to customers.

Skills

Propane systems knowledge

Safety compliance

Customer service

Troubleshooting

CDL with tanker endorsement

Job description

Primary customers include residential homeowners,commercial businesses, agricultural operations, and various industrialaccounts. This position may require extended hours during peak seasons and emergencyservice situations. Set schedule with on-call rotation, including nights,weekends, and holidays as needed. The position is primarily local; however,candidates must be able to adjust to changes in schedules as operationalneeds arise.

Under the supervision of the Site Manager, thePropane Service Technician is responsible for the safe installation,maintenance, inspection, and repair of propane tanks, gas lines, regulators,and propane-powered equipment. This position ensures compliance with allfederal, state, and local regulations while delivering exceptional customerservice. Ultimately responsible for the safe handling and servicing ofliquefied petroleum gas (LP) systems at customer locations. This positionreports to the Site Manager.

EssentialFunctions

1. Safelyinstall, inspect, maintain, and repair propane tanks, piping systems,regulators, valves, and related equipment.

2. Performleak checks, pressure tests, and system inspections in accordance withcompany procedures and regulatory requirements.

3. Diagnoseand troubleshoot propane system issues, including appliances and fueldelivery systems.

4. Ensureall work complies with company safety policies as well as federal, state, andlocal codes and regulations.

5. Completeand submit all required service documentation, regulatory compliance reports,and company paperwork accurately and timely.

6. Respondto emergency service calls and provide on-call support as scheduled.

7. Communicateeffectively with management, and customers regarding service timelines,delays, safety concerns, and equipment needs.

8. Maintaincompany vehicle, tools, and equipment in safe working condition.

9. Developand maintain strong working relationships with customers.

10. Reportall accidents, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and near misses immediately.

11. Performcathodic protection testing of underground tanks.

13. Operatea propane bobtail and safely deliver propane to customers as needed.

14. Prepareexisting tanks for installation, including painting.

Requiredfor All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies andstandards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

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WorkExperience

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1-3 years

3-5 years

4- 6 years

7-9years

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities

• Minimum of two years of propane, HVAC,mechanical, or related field service experience preferred. Will train the right candidate.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record; CDL with tanker andhazardous materials endorsements preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Propane Education and Research Councils' PEP (formerly CETP) certificationpreferred or ability to obtain within designated timeframe. Will provide training to the rightcandidate.
• Strong knowledge of propane systems, NFPA codes, and safety regulationspreferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and read technical diagrams andschematics.
• Ability to safely operate service vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing 50+ pounds.
• Able to stand, kneel, bend, climb, and work in confined spaces asrequired.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations as needed.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Licensesand Certifications

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TimeFrame

Required/
Preferred

PHYSICALDEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands Category:

PhysicalDemands

A thorough completion of thissection is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americanswith Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of this job.

PhysicalDemand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

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Weight

Stationary Position

Move/Traverse

Stationary Position/Seated

Transport/Lifting

Transport/Carrying

Exerting Force/Pushing

Position Self/Stooping

Position Self/Kneeling

Position Self/Crouching

Position Self/Crawling

Reaching

Grasping

Feeling

Communicate/Talking

Communicate/Hearing

Repetitive Motions

Coordination

While performing the dutiesof this job, the associate is required to work within the selected workingenvironments

Working Condition

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Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Humidity

Wet

Temperature Change

Atmospheric Conditions

Vibration

Mental Demands

Working Condition

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Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

TravelRequirements

BriefDescription

The Company is an Equal OpportunityEmployer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth underEEOC.. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability orprotected veteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability