Construction & Maintenance Technician I, II, or III

Job Summary/Purpose

Delta Utilities is seeking a C&M Technician to perform company field operations including

manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair,

construction and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems.

Accountabilities And Essential Functions

• Installs, repairs or replaces steel and plastic pipe.
• Provides First Responder assistance in emergency situations.
• Locates gas lines.
• Loads and unloads required equipment, tools, and supplies onto and from truck.
• (C&M Tech I) Transports required equipment, tools, and supplies to work sites.
• (C&M Tech II) Trains and coaches less experienced members of the crew.
• (C&M Tech III) Assists with or leads work on site.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position

• Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English,
  
  

mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and

percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling.

Minimum Experience Required Of The Position

• C&M Tech I: Requires no prior work experience.
• C&M Tech II: Requires a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in construction,
  
  

installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems, including a commercial

driver’s license and company welding certifications.

• C&M Tech III: Requires a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in construction,
  
  

installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems, including two years'

experience welding (steel) pipe. Requires a commercial driver’s license and

company welding certification.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred Of The Position

• Able to apply knowledge of industry and company safety standards and regulations.
• Able to provide a valid state driver's license and present and maintain a good driving
  
  

record and to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable

laws and company policies.

• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.
• Able to assist in preparation of pipe for welding.
• Able to learn and operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher and a two
  
  

ton or larger truck.

• Able to learn and perform gas meter resets and relights.
• Able to learn and utilize company’s mapping system.
• Able to learn and complete paperwork as required.
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.
• Able to respond well to changing priorities.
• Able to solve problems with logical solutions.
• Able to demonstrate and utilize effective oral and written communications skills.
• Able to learn and use a Personal Computer, SAP and Mobile Data.
• Able to listen effectively and clarify information as needed.
• Able to communicate with co-workers, customers, community leaders and/or
  
  

contractors and vendors.

• Able to work independently or in a team-based environment to accomplish
  
  

assignments and achieve objectives.

• Able to motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision
  
  

including self-directed learning.

• Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and
  
  

regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other

Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training

courses and do so timely.

• Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and
  
  

business practices and do both consistently

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• Have and maintain a current/valid driver's license.
• Class D with Class A CDL preferred driver’s license or with the expectation of
  
  

obtaining one within the first 6-months of employment.

• Able to obtain company plastic welding certification within 12 months and company
  
  

Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certification within 24 months.

• Able to demonstrate and maintain company plastic welding certification and
  
  

company Arc or Oxygen-Acetylene welding certifications.

Notice: As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation

(DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol

regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and

background screening.

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle
  
  

unassisted.

• Able to perform on-site inspections.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other
  
  

miscellaneous office equipment.

• Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force
  
  

frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to

Perform The Essential Functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal
  
  

noise levels.

• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous
  
  

atmospheres on occasion.

• Able to work rotating shifts, if required.
• Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work
  
  

while off duty.

• Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety
  
  

glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily.

• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT
  
  

safety sensitive positions.

• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume
  
  

responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe,

reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of

dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities.

Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is

among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and

Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and

New Orleans in July 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi

Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our

regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates

for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not

discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized

basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Must live 25 miles or less of the reporting office in Pearl MS or be able to relocate within 30 days of being hired.