Plant/Service Specialist CVA (2 POSITIONS)

Description

Job Summary

Essential Functions

- Working on customer premises to turn gas on/off; reading meters; using pressure gauges to test for line integrity and gas detection instruments to locate leaks

- Performing all Field or Service Technician duties, as well as acting as lead employee over one or more staff engaged in pinpointing leakage, making repairs and replacing services or portions of mains

- Operating light earth-moving equipment, such as backhoe, side boom, tamper and hydra-crane

- General equipment maintenance, including cleaning, greasing and lubricating and transportation of equipment and/or materials

- Other duties include those performed by a Utility Technician on tie-ins, leakage repair and other construction operations

- Establishing or reestablishing service, including testing and inspecting service/house lines and lighting appliances according to policy/procedures and approved code transfers

- Installation and removal of gas meters, meter settings and regulators via locating/repairing curb boxes, removing active and inactive meters and disconnecting gas service at meter or curb box.

Required Qualifications For Position

- Diploma from an accredited high school or a GED

- Must have a mechanical aptitude and be able to use various types of hand tools needed for repair of field facilities.

- Must be able to perform basic math calculations, prepare legible records and understand written and oral communications.

- Must have the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

- Must be able to pass applicable field and service strength tests and general aptitude testing.

- Must be dependable in terms of adherence to deadlines and presence on the job.

- Requires skill in reading/interpreting gauges and dials

- Must be able to be certified to wear self-contained breaking apparatus

- Must be able to work overtime and respond to emergency callouts.

- Job requires working in all weather conditions

- Must be able to respond to emergency calls and work scheduled and non-scheduled overtime. Please note that hours during training may be different from that posted. To serve customers' needs, it may be necessary for incumbents to work a schedule or work location other than posted on a temporary basis to provide coverage during vacations/training.

- CDL - Group A - Commercial Drivers License and certification to operate Company trucks under the DOT/State Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for intrastate drivers within 3 months of being awarded the job within 90 Days

- DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State within 90 Days

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

- 1-3 years Experience of 24 months operating earth-moving equipment with knowledge of underground construction practices

Physical Demands

- The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

E-Verify

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away

Salary Range*:

$49.42 - $50.23

- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-09-12

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-09-27

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.