This applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 90 days of the posting close date.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Maintain safe operation and efficiency of customer and Company equipment.
•Ensure customer and employee safety by meeting all standards required by regulations.
•Handle system troubleshooting on company meters (gas and water), regulators and distribution piping.
•Performs safety checks and repair work on customer gas piping and gas heating equipment.
•Investigates gas and water leaks on system mains, services and related equipment, as well as on customer premises.
•Sets and removes gas and water meters and associated equipment.
•Tests gas and water meters and associated equipment to ensure billing accuracy.
•Completes PSC regulated gas work such as: gas leak surveys, gas piping corrosion checks, etc.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
•High School Diploma or equivalent.
•Two-year associate’s degree in HVAC or Gas Utility and Service Technical Certificate or diploma strongly preferred.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
•Two or more years of work-related experience in troubleshooting and repairing gas appliances, furnaces and boilers, or related work is required.
•Qualified candidates will also possess an understanding of electronics, electrical schematics and ladder diagrams.
•Knowledge of National Fuel Gas Code and experience in appliance venting and gas piping is desired.
Apprenticeship step decided based on experience, only, for all candidates
•For external candidates: Level to be determined based on experience and qualifications*
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Once hired, Residential Gas & Heat Technicians must successfully complete a state apprenticeship program.
•Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
•This position may require employee to have a DOT Physical Examination and obtain a Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Position does NOT require a CDL.
•This position is subject to Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulations.
•This position is subject to call-out, standby and residency requirement of being 40 minutes from the reporting center.
•This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.
ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.
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