Service Technician - LP and Oil Burner

Dead River Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts on products and services

Uniforms and safety allowances

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Dead River Company is seeking a residential/commercial oil and propane heating technician. The role installs, troubleshoots, and repairs heating systems, performing tune-ups and inspections while upholding safety and high service standards. The position offers strong benefits and growth potential.

Ideal candidates have relevant oil/propane experience, can work independently, and collaborate in a team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with CETP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, maintenance, and repairs of residential and commercial oil and/or propane heating equipment.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Focus on safety.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot and repair oil and/or propane heating systems in accordance with codes and company policies.
• Perform efficiency tests, tune-ups, and contract service inspections.
• Eliminate call-backs and reduce liability by ensuring safe and accurate work.
• Promote the company and advise customers on best options for needs.
• Maintain neat, orderly service vehicle and ensure tools are in safe operating condition.
• Record parts and labor for service calls and track inventories.
• Participate in night and weekend on-call schedule.
• Report accidents, spills, and liability claims.

Skills

Oil/Propane heating systems

Troubleshooting

Safety-focused

Customer service orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school training preferred

Tools

CETP certification

Job description

Hourly Salary Range - $25-$37 an Hour - Depending on Experience.

Position Summary:

Installs and repairs residential and commercial propane and/or oil burner equipment and appliances while ensuring a high level of customer service. The responsibilities of this position are carried out with particular attention to maintaining customer property, respecting customer confidentiality and working as a trusted advisor.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits- Paid weekly!

• Health Insurance - Premiums as low as $6.41 for full-time employees!
• Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and Scholarships and grant for employee’s children
• Discounts on our products and services
• Work uniform and, boot and prescriptions safety glasses allowance
• Paid Training at our State-of-the-art institute
• Opportunity for growth!

Essential Functions:

• Installs, trouble-shoots and repairs oil and/or propane heating systems in accordance with applicable codes, safety regulations and Dead River Company policies.
• Performs efficiency tests, tune-ups, and contract service inspections.
• Eliminates call-backs and reduces liability by ensuring that all work is performed safely and accurately.
• Promotes image as a trusted advisor through a neat appearance, clean uniform and timely, safe and courteous service.
• Promotes Dead River company products and services. Advises customers on best options for specific needs.
• Maintains a neat and orderly service vehicle. Ensures that all tools and equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Immediately records and reports parts and labor for service calls in accordance with company procedures. Maintains and tracks parts inventories in service vehicle.
• Participates in night and weekend on-call schedule as necessary.
• Reports all accidents, spills, and liability claims.
• Performs propane Gas-check inspections according to applicable codes and company policy without supervision. (Propane technicians)

The Ideal candidate will have:

• Experience with installation, maintenance, and repairs of residential and commercial oil and/or Propane heating equipment
• The ability to work without close supervision
• A focus on safety!
• The ability to work as part of a team

Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical school training is preferred.

Experience:

Apprentice – Will have successfully completed oil burner training course or CETP program. Journeyman – Will have at least one year of relevant oil and/or propane service experience. Master – Will have two or more years of relevant oil and/or propane service experience

Certification, Licensing, and Testing:

• Apprentice, Journeyman or Master designation licensing is necessary in states where required.
• Applicable propane CETP certification is required for propane technicians.
• All technicians must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
• All technicians must have a valid motor vehicle drivers' license. Driving record is reviewed at employment, and annually thereafter, and must meet company standards.

At Dead River Company, being part of our team means being part of something truly special. For over 110 years, we've been good people helping neighbors do energy right. We care deeply-every person here makes a difference. We take pride in doing work that matters for our customers, our communities, and each other. That's why we invest in and support every employee with opportunities to grow and thrive. Come build your future with us.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

DL Drivers License

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