Utility Apprentice Start

Requisition Number: 25871

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

UGI is committed to acting in a sustainable and socially responsible manner to minimize our impact on the environment and to enrich the lives of our customers, communities, and employees. To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .

Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!

Job Summary

This entry level position in our Lancaster, PA office performs general natural gas utility tasks. Employees will qualify through training and experience to do all pipe fitting and utility tasks including: gas meter turn-ons, building/installing single and multiple gas meter sets, meter changes, service shut offs, and responding to gas odor complaints/CO complaints/fire calls, and facility damages. The Utility A will perform after hours on-call responsibilities when qualified. Employees will enter a four-tiered progression and must complete training and experience to qualify for progression to the Mechanic II level.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Pipe Fitting

- Gas service turn-on’s and shut off’s

- Meter Change outs/replacements

- Facility locating

- Emergency Response

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

- Ability to pre-employment drug test and general health physical and physical abilities test.

- Ability to work in confined spaces.

- Possess a valid PA Driver’s license with safe driving history.

- Must live within the service territory of the job location.

- Mechanical ability and ability to do physical labor.

Education and Experience

- High School Diploma or Equivalent

- 2 – 3 years’ experience in pipe fitting, plumbing, HVAC installation or a related field

- Associate degree in plumbing, HVAC, or related field a plus

Working Conditions

- One can expect to work in various indoor and outdoor environments as well as in all sorts of weather and work conditions. Overtime may be necessary in order to meet customer needs and/or work obligations. Work includes the operation of hand and power tools. This position is subject to exposure to natural gas.

We offer comprehensive benefits, some of which are:

- medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance

- disability plans

- 401(k) matched savings plan

- paid vacation

- tuition reimbursement

- paid parental leave

- paid volunteer time

UGI Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. As such, the Company abides by the requirements of the Executive Order 11246, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.