GDS A Mechanic

Advance Your Career in New York’s Natural Gas Utility Industry

Southern Cross is actively seeking experienced and motivated GDS A Mechanics to support ongoing Gas Distribution Services operations for Con Edison throughout New York City and surrounding operating areas.

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Experienced Con Edison mechanics

• Utility professionals with gas experience

• Qualified field personnel looking for long-term career growth

• Mechanics seeking stable work, strong compensation, and advancement opportunities

If you already possess Con Edison Operator Qualifications and understand the pace, expectations, and safety culture of gas operations — we want to speak with you.

At Southern Cross, we are building teams that are dependable, safety-focused, customer-oriented, and ready to support one of the largest utility systems in the country.

Position Overview

As a GDS A Mechanic, you will perform skilled gas distribution work supporting public safety, gas system integrity, and customer service operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Responding to inside and outside gas leak investigations

• Performing gas repairs on jurisdictional piping

• Integrity testing and gas relights

• Service line inspections

• Natural gas detector installation support

• Compliance inspections and follow-up work

• Identification and communication of corrosion and safety concerns

• Coordination with Con Edison operational leadership

• Supporting field operations, emergency response, and restoration activities

This is a field-based role requiring professionalism, urgency, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work independently in active utility environments.

Required Qualifications

• Con Edison Operator Qualifications (Transcript Required)

• Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Qualifications (Transcript Required)

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Basic computer proficiency (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Adobe, etc.)

Preferred Experience

We highly encourage applicants with experience in:

• Con Edison gas operations

• Gas leak investigations

• Gas distribution field work

• Utility contracting

• Mechanical field services

• Emergency response operations

Compensation & Schedule

• Starting at $38/hour for candidates with 5+ years of experience

• Compensation for candidates with less experience is negotiable based on qualifications

• Company vehicle provided

• Monday–Friday schedule with rotating shifts and occasional weekends

Benefits Package

Southern Cross offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Training & Professional Development

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Stable Year-Round Utility Work

Why Southern Cross?

We are committed to building strong utility professionals while maintaining a culture centered around safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.

If you’re looking for a company that values experience, rewards hard work, and offers long-term opportunity within the utility industry — Southern Cross is the place for you.

Apply today and help power the future of natural gas operations in New York.