Senior Gas Field Technician & Team Lead

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Canaanville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Construction and Maintenance Technician III in Ohio to safely operate, install, and maintain gas system infrastructure while leading crews and mentoring junior technicians.

You will perform preventative and scheduled maintenance, assist with project estimates, and support emergency response within the service territory, upholding safety and regulatory compliance in outdoor field conditions.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of gas utility experience in a mechanical/industrial role.
• CDL, Class B license required.
• Ability to obtain HazMat endorsement within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead pipeline maintenance, leak repairs, cathodic protection, right-of-way clearing, and valve maintenance.
• Coordinate and lead operations in the absence of the Gas Operations Supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventory levels.
• Support project estimate development, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Complete compliance requirements using work order management systems.
• Mentor and train field crew; provide technical guidance.
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment for calibration and operation.
• Serve as Operator Qualification master evaluator.
• Assist in training C&M Technician I and II employees.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work order systems

Job description

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Construction and Maintenance Technician III in Ohio to safely operate, install, and maintain gas system infrastructure while leading crews and mentoring junior technicians.

You will perform preventative and scheduled maintenance, assist with project estimates, and support emergency response within the service territory, upholding safety and regulatory compliance in outdoor field conditions.