Service Technician – Apprentice to First Class (South On-Call)

Position Purpose

To perform activities required to operate, maintain, construct, inspect and survey all gas distribution jurisdictional assets.

To ensure that these activities are performed in accordance with Federal and State regulations as well as company policy, company procedures and management objectives.

To provide services as an emergency gas leak first responder with the objective of ensuring public safety and protecting company assets.

To ensure the timely and accurate completion of all necessary records, timesheets, paperwork and documentation needed for accounting, regulatory, asset management and related purposes.

To professionally interact with customers, regulatory authorities, and employees to ensure that the company satisfactorily meets their needs.

Principal Accountabilities

• Gas Leak Management Program: Perform activities associated with the implementation of the company’s gas leak program.
• Emergency Response: Respond as an emergency first responder to gas leak situations in a prompt and effective manner and within established regulatory guidelines.
• Gas Service: Perform activities associated with the installation, maintenance and inspection of Company meter sets and other jurisdictional assets.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Maine State Gas License, or obtain within two years.
• Possess and retain an unrestricted Vehicle Operator's License.
• Will be drug tested under the PHMSA drug pool.
• Posses and retain DOT medical examiners certificate.
• Have a high school education or equivalent.
• Exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with customers.
• Be in good physical condition; have good appearance and habits.
• Be willing and able to accept shift and emergency assignments, work overtime and standby.
• Must accept Company assigned Service Department standby on a rotational basis.
• Work in all types of weather conditions per collective bargaining agreement.
• Have the ability and aptitude to perform duties independently in a safe and professional manner.
• Have the ability to maintain/keep required records satisfactorily.
• Be consistently punctual, regular in attendance and have a good safety record.
• Be able to work from heights.
• Must reside within the specified geographic area and respond within 30 minutes to gas leak emergencies, and be available for duties during times of system emergencies.
• Must be able to obtain Operator Qualification (O.Q.) certification based upon the requirements set forth in DOT 49 CFR 192, Subpart N.
• Must have the ability to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.

Benefits

Note: Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups

Take Advantage Of a Comprehensive Benefits Package. Unitil offers competitive salaries, a consumer-driven health plan, dental and vision coverage, flexible work, company-paid holidays, a, robust, highly competitive retirement plan and educational assistance.