Service Technician Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a new job or a company that aligns with your values and passions? Join Paraco, a family-owned company that has been delivering clean energy and fueling life's moments for over 50 years. We take pride in being one of the largest privately-owned propane companies in the Northeast, serving eight states. In addition, we're expanding our services to include total home comfort through Paraco HVAC, offering alternative energy and energy storage systems. Discover more about our careers by visiting Paraco Careers. Join us on this exciting journey toward a sustainable future. 

In this entry-level position, the Propane Service Apprentice will learn all of the functions, tasks, and skills necessary to progress to an Propane Service Apprentice from experienced technicians. In addition, the Propane Service Apprentice will learn all aspects and processes involved with the efficient, safe, and successful delivery of offered services to new and current residential and commercial customers. 

Key responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to:  

• The employee will attend introductory training sessions at this level, including Hazmat OSHA and Basic CETP Principals
• Work alongside technicians in the field, assisting with equipment service, piping installations, and heating and cooling equipment installs.
• Learn how to perform safety checks, leak and pressure tests, and appliance servicing.
• Installation, maintenance, and service of oil/natural gas/propane/electric appliances
• Operating a crane and dolly to maneuver tanks
• Inspecting and repairing equipment at customer sites
• Performing duties safely and efficiently, conforming to federal, state, and local guidelines and codes
• Additional responsibilities include warehouse/inventory support as needed 
• The ability to lift or move objects of heavyweight. 
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and driving conditions 

  Required Skills for the Propane Service Apprentice:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent 
• Experience with hand tools, electrical, plumbing, general maintenance, or carpentry 

Preferred Skills for the Propane Service Apprentice:

• A desire and motivation to learn and grow to expand fieldwork skills 
• A clean, safe, and responsible driving history 
• A Commercial Drivers' License is preferred 
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills 
• Must be enthusiastic, committed, proactive, resourceful, and a team player 
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, ensuring each customer interaction is positive 

Benefits We Provide for the Propane Service Apprentice:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Benefits-Life Lock, Life Insurance (Whole and Term), Hospital & Accident Plans 
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (Up to $200,000 per plan)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match (75% of the first 5% deferred) 
• Paid PTO and Sick
• Paid Holidays

Paraco Gas Corporation is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, medical condition, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, registered domestic status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic characteristics, religion or any other classification protected by state or federal law.