In PersonRotating shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays, may be assigned.
Field ServiceTelecom & Utility Field Service
About the job
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A current, valid driver's license with a clean driving history is required.
A mechanical and/or construction background as a pipe fitter, plumber's helper, or similar work experience is required.
Experience in the gas or utilities industry is desirable but not required.
Residential customer service experience or similar work, such as carpentry, cable technician work, plumber's helper work, or hotel/apartment facilities maintenance, is required.
The ability to work in inclement weather and any assigned shift, including weekends, nights, and holidays, is required.
The ability to pass manual and computer-based pre-employment testing is required.
Communication skills are required.
The position is subject to Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing and federal drug testing requirements, including testing for substances such as marijuana.
Responsibilities
Accompany skilled service personnel in designated areas and work rotating shifts under variable job conditions on customers' premises.
Provide physical assistance as needed on service work and street leak relief.
Act as the contact person for delivery service between outlying stations.
Deliver parts and materials to various locations.
Overview
Philadelphia Gas Works
Looking for a challenge and ready to power up your career?
The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today. As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region.
Become part of the PGW Team!
Field Service Technician Helper
Starting Pay - $19.805/hr
Responsibilities
Service Technician's will accompany skilled service personnel in designated areas and work rotating shifts under variable job conditions on a customer’s premise. Will provide physical help as needed on service work and street leak relief.
Act as contact person for delivery service between outlying stations, and deliver parts and materials to various locations. This position requires a considerable amount of both physical and mental effort; activities and duties may have a direct bearing on the safety of the public.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Current, valid driver’s license with a clean driving history
A mechanical and/or construction background as a pipe fitter, plumber’s helper or similar work experience;
Experience in the gas/utilities industry is a plus;
Experience in providing residential customer service (e.g., carpentry; cable technicians; plumber's helpers) or similar work
Ability to work in inclement weather; any assigned shift including weekends, night and holidays
Must be able to pass both manual and computer-based pre-employment testing
Residential customer service experience or similar work (e.g., hotel/apartment facilities maintenance)
Communication skills
This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol tested position. This position is subject to Federal drug testing requirements which includes testing for substances including but not limited to marijuana
We offer a strong benefit package that includes free basic health and dental insurance. PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.
Location: Philadelphia, PA
While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted.