Natural Gas Technician GDS A Mechanic - NY

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.

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