Fitter

About the role

Peoples, an Essential Utilities Company, has been proudly serving Western Pennsylvania for over 130 years, offering talented individuals the opportunity to serve more than 700,000 customers in the region. Peoples is more than your average natural gas utility. We have a vision to:

• Provide valuable services to our customers
• Encourage economic growth for businesses in our region
• Improve the quality of life for our communities
• Ensure that we are protecting our environment
• Support our employees and partners

About Essential Utilities

Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status—including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction, operation and maintenance of gas distribution, transportation or production system
• Set meters, retire old meter sets, set curb boxes, repair service lines, connect and disconnect meters, repair leaks
• Use tapping and other air compressor equipment and make connections at mainlines
• Perform ditch digging, back filling, carry tools and materials connected with the job
• Operate one or more of the following types of equipment: backhoes, excavators, dump trucks

This position is a covered function regulated by 49 CFR Part 192 (pipeline safety rules) and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Note to veterans of the United States Military: We value your service to our country and recognize the skills and competencies gained during your military career. If selected as a successful candidate, we will work with you to identify transferable skills gained in the military that can be applied to civilian careers at Peoples Natural Gas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL
• Proven experience working outdoors performing construction/manual labor
• Ability to operate heavy equipment; backhoe experience is preferred
• Successful candidates will be required to become operationally qualified and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a backhoe during his or her probationary period
• Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history report, motor vehicle report and a DOT drug screening
• Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior pipeline experience