LCL340 Utility Service Technician I, II & III
About this role
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.
Job Summary
Performs company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the repair and maintenance of our natural gas distribution facilities.
Performs company field operations including manual labor and other duties necessary to accomplish the repair and maintenance of our natural gas distribution facilities. Fabricates, installs, removes, adjusts gas meters, regulators and related piping to assure the customer a safe, cost effective and reliable gas supply including large commercial and industrial work.
Essential Functions
- Responds to and investigates emergency calls to ensure safe delivery of natural gas and to maintain public and personal safety.
- Responds to utility related calls for all customers, locates gas leaks at customer’s premise, and takes necessary steps to maintain public and personal safety.
- Maintains and repairs the gas distribution system as needed. Work will be performed in an efficient, accurate and productive manner.
- Performs other related tasks including, but not limited to leak survey work, line locating, meter reading, meter painting, and work order system documentation.
- Participates in training externally and internally, both field and classroom to increase job knowledge and competency. Advises and assists other employees on the job to provide technical, safety and procedural knowledge.
- Operates and maintains company vehicle in a safe manner, controls parts inventory, and is responsible for tool and equipment condition in order to ensure safe efficient service.
Essential Functions Level III
- Responds to and investigates emergency calls to ensure safe delivery of natural gas and to maintain public and personal safety.
- Responds to utility related calls for all customers, locates gas leaks at customer’s premise, and takes necessary steps to maintain public and personal safety.
- Maintains and repairs the gas distribution system as needed. Work will be performed in an efficient, accurate and productive manner.
- Performs other related tasks including, but not limited to leak survey work, line locating, meter reading, meter painting, and work order system documentation.
- Participates in training externally and internally, both field and classroom to increase job knowledge and competency. Advises and assists other employees on the job to provide technical, safety and procedural knowledge.
- Operates and maintains company vehicle in a safe manner, controls parts inventory, and is responsible for tool and equipment condition in order to ensure safe efficient service.
- Able to provide a Journeyman Gasfitter’s Certificate of Competency
- Locates and repairs gas leaks on residential or commercial meter and regulation equipment and related piping to assure customer safety and distribution system integrity.
- Conducts customer field surveys to obtain customer expectations and accurate customer load information for the design, planning, scheduling and installation process to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Fabricates, tests, codes and fills orders on time to meet customer requested installation dates for meter installation activity in order to provide installation crews with meter and regulation equipment that conform to CenterPoint Energy standards.
- Reads and records meter readings. Locks and unlocks meter assemblies as requested.
- Responds to and investigates emergency calls to ensure safe delivery of natural gas and to maintain public and personal safety.
- Responds to utility related calls for all customers, locates gas leaks at customer’s premise, and takes necessary steps to maintain public and personal safety.
- Maintains and repairs the gas distribution system as needed. Work will be performed in an efficient, accurate and productive manner.
- Performs other related tasks including, but not limited to leak survey work, line locating, meter reading, meter painting, and work order system documentation.
- Participates in training externally and internally, both field and classroom to increase job knowledge and competency. Advises and assists other employees on the job to provide technical, safety and procedural knowledge.
- Operates and maintains company vehicle in a safe manner, controls parts inventory, and is responsible for tool and equipment condition in order to ensure safe efficient service.
- Able to provide a Journeyman Gasfitter’s Certificate of Competency
- Locates and repairs gas leaks on residential or commercial meter and regulation equipment and related piping to assure customer safety and distribution system integrity.
- Conducts customer field surveys to obtain customer expectations and accurate customer load information for the design, planning, scheduling and installation process to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Fabricates, tests, codes and fills orders on time to meet customer requested installation dates for meter installation activity in order to provide installation crews with meter and regulation equipment that conform to CenterPoint Energy standards.
- Reads and records meter readings. Locks and unlocks meter assemblies as requested.
Education Description
- High School Diploma
Experience
Level I
- No prior experience needed
Level II
- Must have a Gas Fitters card
- 1yr primary emergency response
Level III
- Requires Minneapolis Gasfitter’s Card
- 7 years of gas utility experience including at least one year at Level II
Physical Requirements
- Able to hear oral communication either in person or via electronic device not limited to telephone, cell phone or laptop/tablet/computer.
- Able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
- Able to operate a motor vehicle including ability enter and exit the vehicle.
- Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, balance, climb, crawl, reach, stand, walk, pull, lift, use fingers and grasp on a daily basis.
- Able to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver objects.
- Able to distinguish the differences between all colors.
Working Conditions
- Able to work rotating shifts, assigned holidays and overtime when required.
- Able to work outdoors with some exposure to all weather conditions.
- Able to handle emergency situations including possible exposure to explosive environment.
- Able to be included in a random drug screen pool required for DOT safety sensitive positions.
- Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks for this position. Other duties and tasks may be assigned to this position at the Company’s discretion.
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
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Transit subsidies
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 07/21/2026
Posting End Date: 07/31/2026
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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CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum starting compensation range at the time of posting for the opportunity. This annual compensation range is specific to Minnesota and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
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Company at a glance
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) is a multi-state electric and natural gas delivery company serving approximately 7 million metered customers across Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, and Texas. The company is headquartered in Houston and is the only Texas-domiciled investor-owned utility. As of December 31, 2024, the company had approximately $44 billion in assets. With approximately 8,300 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been serving customers for more than 150 years. For more information, visit CenterPointEnergy.com.
Workforce Diversity
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.
We foster
- a culture that considers different backgrounds and viewpoints as competitive advantages,
- an environment with opportunities for professional development; and
- respect for each other, our customers and business partners
For more information, visit https://careers.centerpointenergy.com/
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Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Transit Subsidies
- Fitness Club Discounts
- On-site Wellness Center
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