Gas And Water Distribution Technician

Two OpeningsThis applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 90 days of the posting close date.RESPONSIBILITIES:* Installs and/or repairs gas and water mains and services. * Inspects, repairs, and maintains fire hydrants and gas and water system valves. * Installs new fire hydrant equipment. * Extends gas and water mains and services. * Protects public safety by making timely and effective repairs to gas and water distribution system. * Provides oversight to contractor work and ensures compliance with company standards and safety practices. * Makes repairs and restores excavation sites on customer premises and public property. * Customer goodwill is maintained while working on customer premises, public property, and in public view. * Performs duties of a like or lesser grade which may be assigned.REQUIRED EDUCATION:* High School diploma or equivalentREQUIRED EXPERIENCE:* Entry Level: * Completed 1 year Technical Gas or Water Utility Construction programOR*

Minimum 6 months of directly related experience with gas or water distribution systems pipe installation or repair.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:* Must possess and maintain a Class A CDL and DOT Medical Certificate. * Must be able to complete (in house) Company Operator Qualification training within 6 months of start date. * Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. * This position is subject to BOTH DOT FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act) AND PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Act) regulations. * Residency requirement of being within 40 minutes driving time from the reporting location. * May be subject to assessment of skills, job match, and/or aptitude.Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class.If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/DisabledBack Email Apply Now