Purpose

The Technician in Training position will be trained to achieve Operator Qualifications (OQs) in order to take on formal "Technician I" responsibilities for construction and maintenance field activities associated with Liberty’s natural gas distribution systems and facilities.

Training period is paid, and training program is typically 6 - 12 month to achieve qualifications to be promoted to Technician I.

The speed in which these qualifications are met are dependent on current skillset and learning curve.

Accountabilities

Trained to perform Line Locate, Read, Maps, locate underground natural gas lines, operate combustible natural gas indications and flaming ionization units.

Performs such work in accordance with Company, regulatory and safety procedures

This position will work alongside a C&M Technicians and Crew Lead to learn and perform activities of a C&M Technician I.

Training and Certification to do Plastic Fusion

Must obtain competent person certificate

Education and Experience

• Specialized knowledge of specific commercial technical, trades, or office operatives
• High School Graduate / GED
• Natural gas construction and / or service field experience is preferred, but not required
• Requires valid Driver’s License in accordance with Company standards.
• CDL Preferred, or willingness to pursue CDL

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions.

Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America.

And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our Think Global, Act Local business model.

What we offer Company funded Pension program 401k with Company match Full insurance benefits (health / dental / vision / life) Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy Share purchase / match plan Defined Contribution savings plan Top Talent Program Volunteer paid days off Employee Assistance Program Achievement fund

Last updated : 2024-04-28