Service Technician

Paraco; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Paraco Gas Corporation in Woonsocket, RI is seeking a Service Technician to install, maintain, diagnose, and repair propane systems, appliances, tanks, and related equipment for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year of service experience, a CDL Class B with HazMat endorsement, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors. On-call shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of service technician experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing equipment.
• CDL Class B with HazMat endorsement and valid DOT medical certification.
• Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with LP gas piping and propane systems preferred.
• Oil-burner/heating-oil/boiler experience preferred.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and outdoor work.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, repair, and remove LP propane tanks, appliances, piping, regulators, and related equipment for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot propane systems and appliances and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Perform leak checks, pressure tests, safety inspections, gas-system start-ups, lockouts, re-installs, and gas odor/leak calls.
• Maintain a clean, safe service vehicle and stocked equipment.
• Communicate findings and completed work clearly to customers and internal teams.
• Participate in rotational on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

CDL Class B

HazMat endorsement

DOT medical certification

Safe driving

Mechanical troubleshooting

Customer service

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Position Overview

Paraco is a family-owned energy company serving customers throughout the Northeast. Based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, the Service Technician installs, maintains, diagnoses, and repairs propane systems, appliances, tanks, and related equipment for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Experience servicing oil-fired heating equipment is a plus because Paraco also supports heating-oil customers in Rhode Island.

Key responsibilities and essential job functions for Service Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Install, service, repair, and remove LP propane tanks, appliances, piping, regulators, and related equipment for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot propane systems and appliances and complete required repairs safely and efficiently.
• Perform leak checks, pressure tests, safety inspections, gas-system start-ups, lockouts, re-installs, and gas odor/leak calls.
• Perform preventive maintenance, cleaning, and parts replacement on LP gas appliances and equipment.
• When qualified and assigned, inspect, clean, diagnose, service, and repair residential and light-commercial oil-fired boilers, furnaces, burners, fuel systems, and related controls.
• Respond to no-heat, insufficient-heat, and other emergency service calls.
• Complete required service records, vehicle inspections, safety procedures, and documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and properly stocked service vehicle and assigned equipment.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and completed work clearly to customers and internal teams.
• Follow all company policies and applicable federal, state, local, DOT, and industry safety requirements.
• Complete required CETP/PERC, operator qualification, and company training.
• Provide exceptional customer service and protect customer property while representing Paraco professionally.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of service technician experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing equipment or mechanical systems.
• CDL Class B with HazMat endorsement and valid DOT medical certification.
• Safe driving record and compliance with DOT requirements.
• Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of LP gas piping, propane systems, tank installations, and appliance service.
• CETP certification and propane-industry field experience preferred.
• Oil-burner, heating-oil, boiler, furnace, or multi-fuel HVAC service experience preferred.
• Applicable Rhode Island oil-burner or HVAC license/certification, or the ability to obtain required credentials, preferred.
• Plumbing, HVAC, electrical, gas piping, and/or appliance installation and repair experience preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to regularly lift more than 50 lbs. and perform physical work including bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, stooping, and twisting.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel throughout the assigned service area in varying weather and driving conditions.
• Dependable, proactive, resourceful, and customer-focused with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple assignments, and contribute to team success.

Benefits We Provide

• Medical Insurance-PPO, EPO, HDHP, HSA, FSA, LFSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Benefits-Life Lock, Life Insurance (Whole and Term), Hospital & Accident Plans
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (Up to $200,000 per plan)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match (75% of the first 5% deferred)
• Paid PTO and Sick
• Paid Holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity

Paraco Gas Corporation is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, medical condition, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, registered domestic status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic characteristics, religion or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

Working Hours / Shift

M-F

1st Shift