Gas System Technician/Equipment Operator - Buffalo Metropolitan Area

National Fuel is currently hiring a Gas System Technician/Equipment Operator for outstanding career opportunities in our Operations Department. Candidates must be available to work in the Buffalo Metropolitan Area as well as other locations within our Western New York service territory. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

A Gas System Technician/Equipment Operator will work as part of a two-person construction crew and will be responsible for the installation of gas mains and services as well as the operation of excavation equipment, primarily a Loader/Hoe or a mini-excavator. In addition, the Gas System Technician / Equipment Operator will assist in other excavation, installation and maintenance operations that include:

manual excavation

plastic pipe fusion

mechanical fitting work

lubrication and minor vehicle upkeep

maintain manual and electronic operating records

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience operating a mini excavator/loader/backhoe or similar construction equipment and digging around utilities

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

The physical capability to work outdoors in all types of weather and the ability to work in and around hazards and difficult to reach areas is required.

Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues

Excellent customer service/communication skills

Basic literacy is required. Ability to read, legibly prepare written documentation and have the ability to accurately interpret and analyze written information

Basic computer skills

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a proven track record of good attendance, and committed to workplace safety. Candidates must be able to work a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm. The work shift could also include off hours, weekends, holidays, overtime, and a midnight shift.

ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:

National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a position within the Company’s collective bargaining unit with a starting rate of pay of $44.88/hr.

National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage Paid Sick Time

Dental Coverage Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers

401(k) with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement

Company Funded Retirement Savings Account Life Insurance

Paid Vacation Flexible Spending Account

Paid Company Holidays Charitable Giving Programs

HOW TO APPLY:

The successful candidate will be required to pass a DOT mandated drug test, as well as participate in random drug testing. The DOT maintains a list of banned substances which includes medicinal or recreational marijuana. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) by

September 24, 2024, to jobs@natfuel.com. Attachments with a .docm extension will not be accepted.

Please reference position #24-054NY – Buffalo Metro GST / Equipment Operator in the subject line of your email.

National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.

We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.