April 27, 2025
Electric Energy Jobs

Distribution Systems Technician I

Organization:
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Region:
Canada, Delaware, Georgetown
End of contest:
July 25, 2025
Type:
Full time
Category:
Technician
Description

Your role in our success will be  

Assist with duties related to the installation, maintenance, repair, and retirement of gas distribution system facilities and appurtenances.

What you'll be working on  

  • Assists in the operation & maintenance of gas pipelines and associated facilities
  • Maintains Company grounds, equipment, and facilities
  • Assists with pipeline maintenance activities such as leak repairs, installation of cathodic protection, clearing of rights-of-way, and the maintenance of system wide valves
  • Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection, hardhat, safety shoes, safety eye wear, hearing protection, etc.
  • Operates company equipment such as backhoes, excavators, and trenchers as well as maintaining daily assignment records and associated support
  • Maintains driver logs for pre and post trip vehicle inspections when necessary
  • Inspects company equipment ensuring it's maintained and functional for use
  • Reports all accidents, incidents or unsafe conditions and takes all necessary steps to prevent accidental damage to property, equipment or the environment
  • Promotes, supports, and participates in the Company's Brand Recognition Program
  • Assists Distribution System Technicians II and III in performance of duties and assignments
  • Assists with Peak Shaving
  • Actively and constructively participates and supports co-workers as part of the team
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Who you are...

  • Knowledgeable of Company safety rules, regulations, and procedures
  • Ability to pass a respirator physical and respirator fit test
  • Basic knowledge of the principals of natural and propane gas
  • Operator Qualified for position
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required to be obtained and then maintained within the first six months of entering the DST I position; Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for combination vehicles and air brakes
  • High school diploma/GED equivalent 
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Demonstrate computer skills, utilize relevant web applications and other associated software
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Conscientious work ethic
  • Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
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Contact

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation

909 Silver Lake Boulevard

Dover

Delaware United States

www.chpk.com