Construction & Maintenance Technician IV

About the role

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in July 2025.

We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct all gas distribution work for a construction crew
• Install, repair, or replace steel and plastic pipes
• Ensure that each crew member knows safety policies and practices, monitor for compliance, and coach in the field
• Ensure gas lines and other utility lines are located prior to excavation
• Ensure plastic and steel welding performed by crew members meets standards
• Transport required equipment, tools, and supplies to work sites
• Provide First Responder assistance in emergency situations
• Complete paperwork, as required
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in construction, installation, and/or maintenance systems within natural gas distribution/natural gas transmission
• Able to apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations and hold others accountable for complying
• Able to provide a valid state Class A commercial driver's license, present and maintain a good driving record, and operate company vehicles in a safe manner and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies
• Able to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher, and a two-ton or larger truck (no restrictions). Also, be able to train others to operate
• Able to utilize and train others on the use of proper tools for any given job
• Able to assist with or train on Plugging and Tapping procedures
• Able to perform gas meter resets and relights
• Able to demonstrate and maintain company plastic welding certification and company Arc welding certification
• Able to use a personal computer, SAP/ Oracle, and Mobile Data/ OFS
• Able to utilize the company’s mapping system
• Able to complete paperwork properly, as required
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks
• Able to motivate self, accomplish tasks, and achieve goals with minimal supervision, including self-directed learning
• Able to demonstrate leadership skills and abilities
• Able to respond well to changing priorities
• Able to solve problems with logical solutions
• Able to demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills
• Able to listen effectively and clarify information as needed
• Able to communicate with co-leadership, co-workers, customers, community leaders, contractors, and vendors
• Able to respond to customers with courtesy and knowledge
• Able to work well independently or in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectives
• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures consistently and take all required training courses by required deadlines
• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals and adhere to the company’s values and business practices consistently

Qualifications

• Must pass company welding certification within 90 days of employment
• Must have CDL/Fusion Certification/Equipment Operator Basic (no restrictions)/Welding Certificate/Tapping & Stopping applicable to area

Physical Requirements

• Able to exert up to 50 lb of force occasionally and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Able to use a variety of hand tools and power tools, including picks, shovels, sharp-shooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, etc.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and enter and exit vehicles unassisted.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time.
• Able to exert routine physical effort daily.

Working Conditions

• The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize, and analyze is required.
• Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
• Able to work regular hours with occasional overtime.
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
• Able to work rotating shifts, if required.
• Able to respond to EOPs, emergency calls, and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
• Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs daily.
• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.
• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aid in restoration efforts.