HVAC, Appliance Repair and Gas Technician

HVAC, Appliance Repair and Gas Technician

Minnesota Energy Resources Corp, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a HVAC, Appliance Repair and Gas Technician in our Rosemount, Minnesota location. The Field Technician is part of a job family (Field Tech V, Field Tech IV, Field Tech III, Field Tech II) and experience will be the determining factor. WEC Energy Group is one of the nation's largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don't just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you're talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The Field Technician is part of a job family (Field Tech V, Field Tech IV, Field Tech III, Field Tech II) and experience will be the determining factor. This job family has general responsibilities that include regulated and/or non-regulated job duties including:

• Regulated Perform maintenance, repair, construction and emergency response on gas transmission and distribution systems and provide operational support to install, remove, read and replace gas meters, investigate gas leaks and carbon monoxide calls, complete meter routines and activities such as turn-offs, collections and turn-ons. Perform line locates and leak surveys as required.
• Non-regulated Diagnose, repair, service and install appliances and HVAC equipment. Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment.

On call/standby 24 X 7 on a rotating basis. Shift work may be required based on business need. Promote and sell non-regulated service contracts (Service Choice). Minnesota Energy Resources will provide further on-the-job training for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, service and install appliances and HVAC equipment.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Install, service and routinely change out all sizes of gas metering devices, pressure regulators, relief valves and filters.
• Identify, locate and mark all natural gas mains, service lines, and fuel lines within transmission and distribution system.
• Perform odorant testing, system leak surveys, cathodic protection, annual mandated system inspections, third party contractor audits, and provide proper documented reports.
• Assist with new construction or replacement of natural gas mains and service lines.
• Properly set, adjust, and monitor various pressures used for delivery of natural gas including farm taps and pressure testing of facilities.
• Provide operational support to install, remove, read and replace gas meters.
• Investigate gas leaks and provide emergency response to all types of gas leaks, carbon monoxide calls. Locating of gas transmission and distribution systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED.
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving.
• The Field Technician V requires no experience, Field Technician IV requires less than one year of experience, the Field Tech III position requires one year relevant experience, and the Field Technician II requires three years relevant experience, which may include:
• Familiarity with natural gas distribution systems, gas meter maintenance and repair.
• Installation, repair and service of appliances, both gas and electric heating appliances and related equipment for residential and commercial customers.
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical principles.
• Customer relations, customer service and/or sales experience.
• Electronic device operation (computer, Toughpad, etc.)
• Based on assigned job tasks, select Field Technicians may be required to undergo additional training and medical testing for safety and PPE requirements (e.g. respirator use).

Location: Rosemount, MN, US, 55068 Company: Minnesota Energy Resources (MER) Req ID: 6617