Fitter

About the Position The Fitter will perform skilled duties and operate equipment for the operation, maintenance and installation of natural gas piping system and related natural gas facilities. Location Available: Altoona. If you do not live within 45 minutes of this location, you will not be eligible for this opportunity. Responsibilities Assisting in the construction, operation and maintenance of gas distribution, transportation or production system. Setting meters, retiring old meter sets, setting curb boxes, repairing service lines, connecting and disconnecting meters, repairing leaks. Using tapping and other air compressor equipment and making connections at mainlines. Performing ditch digging, back filling, carrying tools and materials connected with the job. Operating one or more of the following types of equipment: backhoes, excavators, dump trucks. This position is a covered function regulated by 49 CFR Part 192 (pipeline safety rules) and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D. Valid driver's license and good driving record. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL. Proven experience working outdoors performing construction/manual labor. Ability to operate heavy equipment; backhoe experience preferred; successful candidates will be required to become operationally qualified and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a backhoe during their probationary period. Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history report, motor vehicle report and a DOT drug screening. Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior pipeline experience. Note to veterans of the United States Military: We value your service to our country and recognize the skills and competencies gained during your military career. If selected as a successful candidate, we will work with you to identify transferable skills gained in the military that can be applied to civilian careers at Peoples Natural Gas. Equal Employment Opportunity Peoples, an Essential Utilities company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, covered‑veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Peoples is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr