Construction & Maintenance Technician II

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

Performs company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the installation, repair, construction and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems.

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.

·         Transports required equipment, tools, and supplies to work site.

·         Trains and coaches less experienced members of crew.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Description

·         Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling.

Experience

·         Requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems,

·         Requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL)

·         Requires company welding certifications.

·         Able to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, trencher and a two-ton or larger truck.

·         Able to assist with Plugging and Tapping procedures.

·         Able to perform gas meter resets and relights.

·         Able to demonstrate welding skills (Plastic, Arc and/or Oxygen-Acetylene) and maintain company welding certifications.

Physical Requirements:

·         Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

·         Able to use a variety of hand tools and power tools, including picks, shovels, sharpshooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, etc.

·         Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.

·         Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.

·         Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.

·         Able to exert routine physical effort daily.

Working Conditions:

·         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 certify and don 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.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 
 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 05/22/2025​
Posting End Date: 05/27/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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