Fitter

About the Company

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, with 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
• Protect our environment
• Support our employees and partners

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.

About the Role

The Fitter will perform skilled duties and operate equipment for the operation, maintenance, and installation of natural gas piping systems and related natural gas facilities. This position is a covered function regulated by 49 CFR Part 192 (pipeline safety rules) and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Location: Gibsonia. If you do not live within 45 minutes of this location, you will not be eligible for this opportunity.

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution, transportation, or production systems
• Set meters, retire old meter sets, set curb boxes, repair service lines, connect and disconnect meters, and repair leaks
• Use tapping and other air compressor equipment and make connections at mainlines
• Perform ditch digging, backfilling, and carry tools and materials connected with the job
• Operate one or more of the following types of equipment: backhoes, excavators, dump trucks
• Become operationally qualified and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a backhoe during the probationary period

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 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.