Utility Gas Fusion Technician - New York

***If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in the utility industry, apply today! Take those first steps toward a rewarding career in the Natural Gas Utility Industry. Your future starts here!*** What You Will Do: Southern Cross has immediate openings for Entry-Level Technicians that will be in areas in/around Tarrytown, Bronx and Manhattan, NY to include all boroughs. Responsibilities include: Manage daily assigned tasks for safety, quality, and efficiency to exceed customer expectations Schedule and plan work efficiently Follow all safety rules Follow organizational policies and procedures Keep Operator Qualifications current Interact with the public, client’s customers, and client’s personnel professionally, respectfully, and cordially Accurately complete task reports and work-related reports in a timely manner Protect, inspect, and maintain assigned equipment and vehicle Education and Experience: Technical aptitude and past/former technical training is a plus Computer and Smart Phone literate Field Technicians must be able to read maps and navigate congested areas in large cities Adept at using hand tools and equipment Requirements: **All Field Technicians are Required to successfully pass all Operator Qualification training, and testing pertaining to meter work/meter reading to proceed with employment. High school diploma or GED Must have a good driving record and hold a valid driver’s license. Good vision with or without correction. Physically able to bend, squat and move heavy objects and use a pipe wrench and other hand tools and to lift and reach overhead Work hours will vary depending on client needs and will include weekends, holidays, overnight assignments and rotating shifts What You Will Earn: Compensation: Starting Pay of $24.00/hour. There are also .50 cent raises after 60 days and 180 days Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Plans, 401K, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Professional Development & Training, and many more! Equal Opportunity Employer Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EEO Statement Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Reasonable Accommodation Requests Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. “Know Your Rights” Poster The law requires Sparus Holdings to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information. Build Your Career with Sparus At Sparus, we empower people to grow and make a difference, regardless of their role. As a leading provider of field, technical and professional utility services in North America, we help gas, electric, water and other infrastructure partners maintain safe, reliable systems. Our teams bring deep expertise in inspection, metering, locating, damage prevention, construction management and program delivery, keeping essential systems reliable and communities connected. What drives us is simple: excellence and people. Our success comes from a culture built on safety, accountability and continuous learning. We invest in our people so they can grow their skills, advance their careers, and help build a stronger, more resilient future. If you’re motivated, ready for new challenges and want to join a team that’s making a real impact, explore our current opportunities and see where a career with Sparus can take you. Sparus delivers field, technical and professional services through its operating entities: Sparus Utility Services, Sparus Technical Services, The Spear Group, Southern Cross, TruCheck, Allegiant, OneVision, United Locating Services and NAFS.