Service Technician

Pico Propane; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

AD&D and life insurance

Paid time off with rollover hours

Referral bonus programs

Home every night

Job summary

Pico Propane and Fuels, a Meritum Energy Holdings Company, in Alvin, TX, is seeking a Propane Delivery Driver and Tech to join the team. The role centers on safe, timely propane and fuel deliveries with responsibilities for installation, repair, and maintenance of propane and fueling equipment.

Successful candidates will multitask, excel in customer service, and prioritize safety for customers and personnel.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a propane delivery driver or licensed service technician.
• Advanced knowledge of propane (LP) and refined fuel systems.
• Familiarity with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment on-site.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, or deliver propane systems and equipment to homes and businesses.
• Install and test propane tanks, appliances, and related equipment per safety standards.
• Perform site surveys and recommend equipment placement.
• Troubleshoot and repair LP appliances, furnaces, water heaters, and related systems.

Skills

Propane delivery experience

Licensed service technician

CDL hazmat & tanker endorsements

On-site repair knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A or B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements

Propane/natural gas technician certification (preferred)

Job description

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly wage
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Health and vision insurance
• Company paid dental insurance
• Company paid AD&D and life insurance
• Paid time off with rollover hours
• Referral bonus programs
• Home every night

Job Summary

Pico Propane and Fuels, a Meritum Energy Holdings Company, in Alvin, TX is seeking a Propane Delivery Driver and Tech to join the team! The position will play a crucial role in providing propane and refined fuel deliveries in a safe and efficient manner, with a key focus on customer satisfaction. In addition to propane and fuel delivery, this position will also offer responsibilities with installation, repair, and maintenance of propane/fuel equipment, in a growth-oriented environment.

To ensure success, one must have a willingness to multitask, a passion for customer service and the aspiration to be involved with building a local business. This will require excellent communication skills, a positive attitude in the face of challenges and the ability to execute on identified solutions. Above all else, personal safety and the safety of our customers must take on the highest priority.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Travels to customer homes and businesses to install, service, or deliver propane systems and equipment
• Installs and tests propane tanks, appliances, and related equipment, ensuring all connections meet safety standards
• Performs site surveys and makes recommendations on equipment placement
• Troubleshoots and repairs LP appliances, furnaces, water heaters, and other related systems
• Provides customers with clear verbal and written instructions for operating new equipment
• Cleans up job sites and ensures all equipment and tools are maintained after service is completed
• Loads, secures, transports, and delivers propane and fuel to residential and commercial locations
• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections and maintains accurate records in compliance with DOT regulations
• Monitors vehicle maintenance needs, performs minor repairs, and ensures timely service and reporting of mechanical issues
• Maintains accurate inventory records and monitors stock levels
• Complies with all local, state, and federal safety and transportation regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven work experience as a Propane Delivery Driver or licensed Service Technician
• Advanced knowledge of propane (LP) and refined fuel systems
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Ability to solve problems and repair equipment on site
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to learn, grow, and uphold a customer focused culture that continually strives to exceed expectations

Education, Certification, Licenses Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Class A or B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements required
• Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Propane & Natural Gas Technician Certification: Delivery, Tank Setters, Appliance Connection & Service Technician (preferred but not required)

Physical, Mental, and Behavioral Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to heavy weights of 20 to 100 lbs. for approximately 90% of the work shift.
• Ability to regularly climb in and out of a commercial motor vehicle, multiple times per work shift
• Good hand eye coordination, arm hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to operate equipment is required, including at night
• Frequent sitting, reaching with hands and arms
• Must be able to speak and hear
• Position is subject to pre-hire DOT medical certification requirements and drug and/or alcohol testing, as well as a physical abilities test performed by a company provider
• Must pass pre-employment screening and background check
• Position may require working evening hours and weekends as needed
• Work is normally performed outside where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes, airborne particles, and gases is common

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is expected to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Also, whether particular duties or demands listed above or elsewhere are “essential” is a case‑by‑case determination, depending on the operational realities and staffing at the individual location. For questions about whether a particular function is essential in your particular role, please contact HR at [phone].

Meritum Energy Holdings is an equal opportunity employer to all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam War Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.