Construction and Maintenance Tech III

Job Description

Job Description

Construction and Maintenance Technician III Location: Orrville/Athens, OH

Your role in our success:

The Construction and Maintenance Technician (C&M) III is responsible for the safe operation, installation, and maintenance of Company system infrastructure and facilities, as well as emergency response within the service territory. This role leads crews, performs preventative and scheduled maintenance on the system, mentors and trains C&M Tech I and II employees, and oversees the team in the absence of the Supervisor.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repairs, cathodic protection installation, right-of-way clearing, and valve maintenance
• Coordinate and lead operations in the absence of the Gas Operations Supervisor
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventory levels
• Support project estimate development, budgeting, and forecasting
• Complete compliance requirements using work order management systems
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to field crew members; foster a positive team environment
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment to ensure proper calibration and operation
• Serve as Operator Qualification master evaluator
• Assist in training C&M Technician I and II employees

Where you'll be working:

• Primarily outdoor/field work
• Weekend and on-call rotation required
• Exposure to noise, weather, gas, electricity

Who you are:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of gas utility experience in a mechanical or industrial role
• CDL, Class B required
• Ability to obtain HazMat endorsement within 12 months if not already held
• Strong commitment to safety for self, team, customers, and community
• Advanced knowledge of natural gas and propane distribution systems, including underground equipment, system sectionalization, and outage mitigation
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office and work systems)
• Proficiency with tools and materials used in underground maintenance and repair
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication skills across all levels
• Ability to wear required PPE (respirator, fall protection, hard hat, safety shoes, hearing protection)

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress.  We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. 

What’s in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email View email address on ziprecruiter.com