Service Technician I Trainee

**Summit Utilities**

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 company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity 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 Service Technician based in Divide, CO.

Candidate *MUST* live within a 30-minute drive to Divide, CO.

(No relocation offered for this position)

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Service Technicians are responsible for maintaining outstanding customer service as per company standards while performing skilled work for a variety of operational duties relative to the assigned area of responsibility. This includes manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair and maintenance of natural gas distribution facilities. Handles customer requests and represents the Company in the community.

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**PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **

Initiates gas service, performs leak investigations and makes repairsLocates gas linesReads gas metersConducts load surveysCompletes work order system documentationServes as First Responder in emergency situationsOther duties as assigned*** ***

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**EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE**

High school diploma or GED

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**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES **

Proficient using personal computers and software including MS Word, Excel and OutlookPossess a valid state driver's license and present and maintain a good driving record and to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policiesGain and apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulationsDemonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks and capable of using proper tools for any given job including: installing and reading pressure gauges, voltage meters, pipe locators, repair service lines, bar test and classifying underground leaks; monitoring and adjusting gas system pressureRespond to customers with courtesy and knowledge, in person and by telephone, applying good judgment and customer service skillsPossess effective oral and written communication skillsManage multiple tasks, projects or activities through completionAdapt quickly and respond well to changing priorities Work well independently and in a team-based environment to accomplish assignments and achieve objectivesCommit to compliance with applicable laws and regulations and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently. Complete all required training courses in a timely mannerAdhere to the Company's values and business practices and do both consistently 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. Salary based on experience $27.00 - $30.00 USD Hourly

**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. **

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 supp rt 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, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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