Night Shift Mobile Leak Detection Driver – Field Technician - Chester, VA

About the role

Southern Cross is hiring a full-time Night Shift AMLD Driver in the Chester, VA area to support its Advanced Mobile Leak Detection (AMLD) program, which surveys natural gas pipeline systems using specialized vehicle‑based technology. The role requires dependable drivers who can work primarily third shift, travel extensively based on business needs, operate safely and independently while following assigned routes, procedures, and client requirements, and be flexible to reassignment with little notice.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate AMLD survey vehicles safely and efficiently during overnight shifts
• Travel as needed based on assignment and project demands, including overnight travel and occasional weekend mobilization or demobilization
• Demonstrate flexibility to be reassigned to different projects, routes, or service areas with little advance notice
• Perform basic vehicle and equipment troubleshooting, including routine checks and resolving common technology or application issues
• Maintain safe driving performance in a variety of road and weather conditions, including rain, fog, and winter conditions where applicable
• Follow all company and client safety policies, procedures, quality standards, and documentation requirements
• Maintain accurate records of driving activity, project work, and any required field documentation
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, providing updates on progress and any issues in the field
• Represent Southern Cross professionally and ethically in all interactions with clients, partners, and the public
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Maintain a clean DMV driving record
• Ability to sit and drive for up to 10 hours per shift, with two 15‑minute breaks and one 30‑minute meal period
• Ability to walk 3–5 miles per day, bend, crouch, kneel frequently, and carry a minimum of 20 pounds of equipment
• Comfortable using small hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers) and basic diagnostic tools such as multimeters
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willing to learn routine troubleshooting procedures for equipment and technology in the field
• Available for overtime as needed, including weekends, and for emergency driving assignments outside normal schedule (nights, weekends, non‑standard hours)
• Comfortable using technology such as cell phones, tablets, laptops, and navigating multiple applications
• Willing to operate a company vehicle equipped with telematics, in‑cab cameras, driver coaching technology, and forward‑facing video recording systems
• Comfortable working independently and operating alone for extended periods

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) contribution
• Paid time off accrual
• Six paid holidays

Pay

The starting pay for this position is $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

This position typically works 10‑hour night shifts, with a standard schedule of Sunday evening through Thursday morning, generally around 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM, depending on assignment needs. Flexibility is required for reassignment with little notice and for emergency assignments outside normal hours.