Mechanic, Construction & Maintenance – Gas

Our construction worker/maintenance mechanic serves as a member of a crew engaged in installing and repairing gas main and service lines. This position can be hired as a Helper through a Senior Level.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with all gas distribution activities involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of the gas distribution system, including physical labor tasks such as hand digging, pushing a probe rod, operating pneumatic drills, and handling heavy material and equipment.
• Complete jobs by digging, shoring, repairing leaks, testing, and wrapping pipe.
• Perform work with hand tools, air tools, shovels, etc. during distribution activities while adhering to all safety and work rules.
• Identify hand tools and equipment needed to perform specific tasks.
• Take instruction from lead mechanics and assist other crew members in all activities as required.
• Ensure that trucks are stocked with equipment and supplies and maintain vehicles, tools, and other equipment in neat and orderly condition.
• Perform Stand By duty and emergency call-out after normal working hours with a report time within 60 minutes.
• Able to work extended hours and in adverse weather conditions to complete gas work.
• Interpret construction drawings to locate underground facilities.
• Use CGI and leak detection equipment, GIS technology, and basic PC applications.
• Create and maintain accurate as-built drawings, records, timesheets, and all other administrative work.
• Safely manage gas emergencies and other hazardous situations.
• Recognize hazards in the workplace and mitigate them using company procedures.
• Manage multiple activities and changing priorities while working well under pressure.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license required with no moving violations within the last 12 months.
• Preferred: Must reside within 45 road miles of the reporting location.
• Consistently dependable and reliable.
• Self-motivated and a dependable team player.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and small power tools.
• Ability to operate a 90-pound jack hammer.
• Demonstrated acceptance to take instruction from lead mechanics.
• Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets.

Qualifications

• Mechanic Helper: Minimum 0–2 years Gas Service to 0-2 years of Gas Distribution Mechanic/Meter Service experience.
• Mechanic I: Minimum 1 year Gas Service to 2 years of Gas Distribution Mechanic/Meter Service experience.
• Mechanic II: 2-to-4 years Gas Mechanic and 5 years Meter Service experience.
• Mechanic Sr: 5+ years Gas Mechanic experience.

Skills

• Knowledgeable of gas distribution piping systems (desired).
• Working knowledge of AM/FM/GIS graphical program applications (desired).
• Knowledgeable in MS Office software (Word, Excel, & Outlook).
• Familiar with gas service territory area (desired).

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Able to perform on-site inspections.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects.
• 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 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, hardhat, 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.

Working Conditions

• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels, predominately while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize, and analyze is required.
• Compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including pre-employment drug testing and background screening.

About Delta Utilities

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. Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.