Service Technician Apprentice

Paraco; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 25,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) w/ Company Match

Paid PTO and Sick

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading gas services company is seeking a Service Technician Apprentice to gain valuable skills while assisting experienced technicians. Responsibilities include equipment service, safety checks, and customer inspections. This full-time position comes with competitive pay and various benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Experience with hand tools, electrical, plumbing, general maintenance, or carpentry.
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Attend introductory training sessions including Hazmat OSHA.
• Assist technicians with equipment service and installations.
• Learn to perform safety checks and appliance servicing.
• Inspect and repair equipment at customer sites.

Skills

Experience with hand tools

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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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.

This range is provided by Paraco. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $18.50/hr

What you’ll do

In this entry-level position, the Propane Service Apprentice will learn all of the functions, tasks, and skills necessary to progress to a Propane Service Apprentice from experienced technicians. The Propane Service Apprentice will learn all aspects and processes involved with the efficient, safe, and successful delivery of offered services to new and current residential and commercial customers.

Key responsibilities and essential job functions

• The employee will attend introductory training sessions at this level, including Hazmat OSHA and Basic CETP Principals
• Work alongside technicians in the field, assisting with equipment service, piping installations, and heating and cooling equipment installs
• Learn how to perform safety checks, leak and pressure tests, and appliance servicing
• Installation, maintenance, and service of oil/natural gas/propane/electric appliances
• Operating a crane and dolly to maneuver tanks
• Inspecting and repairing equipment at customer sites
• Performing duties safely and efficiently, conforming to federal, state, and local guidelines and codes
• Additional responsibilities include warehouse/inventory support as needed
• The ability to lift or move objects of heavyweight
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and driving conditions

Required Skills

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Experience with hand tools, electrical, plumbing, general maintenance, or carpentry

Preferred Skills

• A desire and motivation to learn and grow to expand fieldwork skills
• A clean, safe, and responsible driving history
• A Commercial Drivers' License is preferred
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Must be enthusiastic, committed, proactive, resourceful, and a team player
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, ensuring each customer interaction is positive

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• 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

Other

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.

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Oil and Gas