Requisition Number: 25014
At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.
We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.
UGI is committed to acting in a sustainable and socially responsible manner to minimize our impact on the environment and to enrich the lives of our customers, communities, and employees. To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .
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Job Summary
This entry level position in our Lancaster, PA office performs support to field operations on general construction and maintenance tasks.Employees are qualified by training and experience to do all pipefitting and construction tasks with direct supervision including; excavation, flagging, emergency response, basic backhoe/trencher operation, dump truck operator, gas main and service installation/repair and will be eligible for duty crew and on-call responsibilities when judged qualified.
Primary focus will be on safety and on the job training.Employees will enter a four tiered progression and obtain Operator Qualification training on a limited number of Covered Tasks as outlined in the Operator Qualification Progression Plan (OQ Progression Plan) to progress to Mechanic II level. The successful candidate must live within the service territory of the job location and will be required to hold or obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) within the first six months of employment.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Gas and main service installations and repair.
• Backhoe, trencher, and dump truck operation.
• Facilities locating.
• Updating facilities records.
• Turning gas services on.
• After hours emergency response.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of equipment operation and pipeline construction.
• Mechanical ability and be able to do physical labor.
• Must be able to pass a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) test and pre-employment drug test and a general health physical and physical abilities test.
• Safe Driving History (confirmed by driver's record check) - recent and/or multiple driving violations may disqualify a candidate from employment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license during course of employment.
• Must be able to follow all Company safety policies and procedures and protect Company assets.
• General computer knowledge.
• Experience in natural gas, construction, maintenance, or related field preferred.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid PA Driver's license
• Vocation Technical school/training a plus.

We offer comprehensive benefits, some of which are:

• medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance
• disability plans
• 401(k) matched savings plan
• paid vacation
• tuition reimbursement
• paid parental leave
• paid volunteer time

UGI Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. As such, the Company abides by the requirements of the Executive Order 11246, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.
Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.
As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.
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