Service Technician

Job Details

Job Summary

Who We Are

Meritum Energy is a leading provider of propane, natural gas, diesel, and other mobile energy solutions throughout Texas, New Mexico, Florida, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and North Carolina. Known for our unwavering commitment to safety, service excellence, and community partnership, we proudly stand by our company motto: We Sell Service.

Why Join Us?

We're committed to supporting our team members with benefits that match our values of safety, service and stability. Here's what you can expect:

• Competitive hourly wage
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Health and vision insurance
• Company paid dental insurance
• Company paid AD&D and life insurance
• Paid time off with rollover hours
• Referral bonus programs

Job Summary

Pico Propane and Fuels in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Service Technician to join the team! The position will play a crucial role in providing propane and refined fuel deliveries in a safe and efficient manner, with a key focus on customer satisfaction. In addition to propane and fuel delivery, this position will also offer responsibilities with installation, repair, and maintenance of propane/fuel equipment, in a growth-oriented environment.

To ensure success, one must have a willingness to multitask, a passion for customer service and the aspiration to be involved with building a local business. This will require excellent communication skills, a positive attitude in the face of challenges and the ability to execute on identified solutions. Above all else, personal safety and the safety of our customers must take on the highest priority.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Travels to customer homes and businesses to install, service, or deliver propane systems and equipment
• Installs and tests propane tanks, appliances, and related equipment, ensuring all connections meet safety standards
• Performs site surveys and makes recommendations on equipment placement
• Troubleshoots and repairs LP appliances, furnaces, water heaters, and other related systems
• Provides customers with clear verbal and written instructions for operating new equipment
• Cleans up job sites and ensures all equipment and tools are maintained after service is completed
• Loads, secures, transports, and delivers propane and fuel to residential and commercial locations
• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections and maintains accurate records in compliance with DOT regulations
• Monitors vehicle maintenance needs, performs minor repairs, and ensures timely service and reporting of mechanical issues
• Maintains accurate inventory records and monitors stock levels
• Complies with all local, state, and federal safety and transportation regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven work experience as a Propane Delivery Driver or licensed Service Technician
• Advanced knowledge of propane (LP) and refined fuel systems
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Ability to solve problems and repair equipment on site
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to learn, grow, and uphold a customer focused culture that continually strives to exceed expectations

Education, Certification, Licenses Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Class A or B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements required
• Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Propane & Natural Gas Technician Certification: Delivery, Tank Setters, Appliance Connection & Service Technician (preferred but not required)

Physical, Mental, and Behavioral Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Position requires the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to heavy weights of 20 to 100 lbs. for approximately 90% of the work shift.
• Ability to regularly climb in and out of a commercial motor vehicle, multiple times per work shift
• Good hand eye coordination, arm hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and visual acuity to operate equipment is required, including at night
• Frequent sitting, reaching with hands and arms
• Must be able to speak and hear
• Position is subject to pre-hire DOT medical certification requirements and drug and/or alcohol testing, as well as a physical abilities test performed by a company provider
• Must pass pre-employment screening and background check
• Position may require working evening hours and weekends as needed
• Work is normally performed outside where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes, airborne particles, and gases is common