Service Technician

Michigan Gas; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Gas Utilities in Coldwater, MI is hiring a Service Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation of the natural gas distribution system. You will perform meter-related tasks, leak investigations, and on-call duties on a 24x7 rotating schedule. This on-site role requires strong problem solving and customer service skills.

Initial pay starts at $25.92 per hour, with the final amount based on education, qualifications, experience, and applicable bargaining agreements.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in plumbing and/or natural gas distribution.
• 1+ years computer experience.
• High school diploma, HSED, or GED.
• Residency requirement - Coldwater service area.
• Must meet company driving standards and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform general customer service activity including but not limited to, turn ons and turn offs, removal and replacement of meters, re-light appliances.
• Read meters and other gas distribution related duties as assigned. Complete necessary paperwork.
• Respond to and investigate gas leak and carbon monoxide calls. Inspect customer's premises and equipment for safe operation.
• Locate Gas distribution lines within specified period of time. Mark specific location of underground gas lines.

Skills

Gas distribution experience

Plumbing experience

Computer literacy

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma, HSED, or GED

Job description

Michigan Gas Utilities delivers natural gas to customers in southern and western Michigan.

Michigan Gas Utilities, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Service Technician in our Coldwater, Michigan location. This position is represented by Local 12295 Union.

This position's starting pay begins at $25.92/hr. The starting pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs.

Job Summary

Perform duties to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the natural gas distribution system including leak investigations, set and turn on domestic meters, leak repairs, odorant checks, periodic meter changes, install/remove domestic regulators, locating underground gas lines, leak surveys, meter reading, light up of appliances and delinquent account tagging at customers residences. On call/standby 24X7 on a rotating basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform general customer service activity including but not limited to, turn ons and turn offs, removal and replacement of meters, re-light appliances
• Read meters and other gas distribution related duties as assigned. Complete necessary paperwork
• Respond to and investigate gas leak and carbon monoxide calls. Inspect customer's premises and equipment for safe operation
• Locate Gas distribution lines within specified period of time. Mark specific location of underground gas lines

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in plumbing and/or natural gas distribution
• 1+ years computer experience
• High school diploma, HSED, or GED
• Residency requirement - must be willing to relocate if not within the set boundary (Coldwater service area)
• Must meet company standards for driving and maintain a valid driver's license

End Date: 11/18/2026

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

WEC Energy Group benefits

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.