Pipeline Technician jobs in Hartford, CT

Description

Position Highlights:

• $18/hr (Increases to $20/hr after training)
• Monday - Friday, 7:30 to 4pm
• 100% Paid training
• Full benefits including 401k match
• $750 Referral Bonus Program
• $100 Annual Boot Voucher
• $100 Annual Rx Safety Eyewear Voucher
• Company Cell Phone Provided

About Us:

With Precision Pipeline Solutions in New Windsor, New York, you’ll be working for one of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies in the natural gas and electric utility contracting industry. Our mission at PPS is to be the premier provider of the development and implementation of single source, multi-dimensional, problem solving techniques, driving the most effective SOLUTIONS to our utility clients. Our customers will choose us because of our diverse expertise, quality workmanship and reputation to provide the utmost degree of value.

Position Summary:

The Leak Survey program entails employees searching for subsurface leaks on natural gas services and mains throughout the client distribution system. We specialize in the use of various leak survey devices to detect natural gas particles, both below grade and in atmosphere. These devices work on the basis that natural gas is lighter than air and will rise through ground to the surface. Our technicians are tasked with detecting the presence of and evaluating the severity of natural gas leaks. Leaks found are documented and reported to our clients to be scheduled for repair. We perform various preventative maintenance tasks for our clients as well through corrosion and safety standards inspections. Our primary goal is to detect issues before they become a hazard and threaten life and property.

Essential Job Functions:

• Detecting and evaluating leaks on natural gas systems
• Adhere to safety standards as defined by PPS’s safety standards and procedures
• Polite and professional interactions with the public and clients
• Reading and understanding utility maps and schematics
• Using computers and devices to record data

Position Qualifications:

• Previous work experience working outside and/or as a driver
• Ability to read and interpret maps
• Ability to work in all types of weather
• Ability to walk between 3 to 5 miles per day
• Personal transportation available to and from job site
• Valid Drivers License