Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction & Maintenance Technician I based in Jacksonville, AR!

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, construction, and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems. Must be able to maintain a valid Driver’s License and all applicable endorsements. This position is subject to random DOT drug and alcohol testing. Must maintain all necessary Operator Qualifications (OQ) applicable for the position. Position requires employees to be on call after normal business hours for emergency response activities. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs, repairs, or replaces steel and plastic pipe. 
• Provides First Responder assistance in emergency situations.
• Locates gas lines. 
• Loads and unloads required equipment, tools, and supplies onto and from truck. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages), punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
• Requires no prior work experience. Class A CDL and Arc Welding experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 

• Able to pass written portion of commercial driver’s license (CDL) test within 12 months and attain complete CDL within 24 months. 
• Able to obtain company plastic fusion certification within 12 months and company Arc welding certification within 24 months.
• Able to learn to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher and a two-ton or larger truck.
• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.
• Able to assist in preparation of pipe for welding.
• Able to learn to use a Personal Computer, SAP, and Mobile Data.
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.
• Able to respond well to changing priorities.
• Able to solve problems with logical solutions.
• Able to demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills.
• Able to listen effectively and clarify information as needed.
• Able to respond to customers with courtesy and knowledge.
• Able to participate successfully in team environment to accomplish assignments.
• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely.
• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and business practices and do both consistently.

Nice to have experience includes:

• Welding
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Heavy equipment operator
• Field services/operations

The position is covered under the D.O.T. regulations and Summit Utilities Drug and Alcohol Policy and is, therefore, subject to all terms of the Policy, including the random selection for drug testing. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.