Local 175 Underground Construction Technician I-III

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

Perform underground construction technician work activities according to classification.

Essential Functions

• Operate locating equipment.
• Operate equipment motor vehicles.
• Operate pneumatic tools, power hand tools.
• Assist higher skill levels.
• Understand terminology and knowledge of all required tools.
• Perform manual labor activities safely such as flagging, barricading, signs, etc.
• Develop knowledge of gas distribution systems.
• Perform plastic fusion.
• Also assist in installation of gas mains and services.
• Knowledgeable in electronic communication skills.
• Safety knowledge - firefighting procedures.
• Knowledge of record keeping requirements such as time sheets, test results, leak tickets,
• and recording charts.
• Have a working knowledge of national, local, and Company standards and codes and other
• pertinent regulatory requirements as they relate to Underground Construction Technician
• responsibilities.
• Perform lesser skilled work.
• Perform pressure leak test.
• Install anodes and locate test stations.
• Pump drips.
• Perform work in confined spaces.
• Perform visual inspection of pipeline.
• Reconnect and disconnect gas service.
• Remove gas meters.
• Investigate consumption past disconnect.
• Operator manometer, spring gauge and other instruments.

Education Description

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

Experience

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must live within 35 driving miles of the reporting office.

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: 04/04/2025

Posting End Date: 04/14/2025

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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