Chesapeake, VA - Relight Technician in Chesapeake, Virginia at Southeast Connections (SEC)

Southeast Connections, LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground", Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.

We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on DAY 1. Eligibility for Company matching 401K benefit after 3 months.

Position Overview:As a Gas Relight Technician, you'll perform change-outs of existing gas utility meters and install gas module upgrades, as required, as well as shut down and relighting of gas appliances.

Essential Functions:

• Perform change-outs of existing gas utility meters and install gas module upgrades, as required.
• Check and identify gas leaks on a meter set
• Collect data accurately and detail the installations from a company-provided handheld device.
• Responsible for the safe operation of a company vehicle, equipment, and tools.
• Commitment to completing work assignments and high meter reading accuracy.
• Execute job deliverables according to customer specifications and contract requirements
• Manage cost control, margin expectations, productivity, change orders and equipment reporting
• Ensure all project work is compliant with installation standards and is being performed safely and correctly
• Promote and monitor the safety of team members
• Prepare sites to ensure maximum optimization of construction work procedures
• Clean debris, trash and hazardous materials from construction sites
• Ensure that all work is being done in compliance with the company's protocols
• Train apprentices and new hires in construction labor work
• Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Brings problems to the attention of the foreman

Qualifications:

Education Preferred: High school diploma or GED

Experience Preferred: Knowledge of gas installation techniques and standards, has limited experience.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.

Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.