The Appliance Technician and Installer plays a crucial role in the installation, repair, and maintenance of various appliances and propane equipment. To ensure success as a Service Technician, one should have sound mechanical knowledge, be able work in confined spaces for an extended period, have exceptional communication skills, and a passion for customer service. Ultimately, a top-class Service Technician provides expert installation services and dedicated support to all customers.

This position will support our Pico Propane and Fuels location in Boerne, TX.

Essential Functions:

• Travels to customer homes or place of business to perform assigned service task
• Installs tanks and/or appliances
• Suggests areas where equipment should be set up – site surveys
• Troubleshoots problems with existing equipment to include leak checks
• Maintains general maintenance of equipment including service truck, crane, and all other service tools used for assigned service task
• Completes and submits proper work order documentation
• Cleans up after the job is complete
• Provides customers with verbal and written operating instructions for new equipment
• Completes all other duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities:

• Working mechanical knowledge, including the use of tools and test equipment
• Electronic trouble shooting
• HVAC Technician and/or Construction background preferred
• General plumbing knowledge preferred
• Proven work experience as a licensed service technician
• Advanced knowledge of propane (LP) systems preferred but not required
• Willingness to learn necessary skills for position development
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and complete repairs while on site
• Customer service oriented
• Willingness to work with office staff to close and complete assigned service tasks
• Certified crane operator preferred
• Proficient in the current Microsoft Office Suite

Education, Certification, Licenses Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Class A or B CDL with Hazmat and Tankers endorsements (Preferred not required)
• Texas Railroad Commission (TXRRC) installation certification preferred or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

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 10 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 additional hours as needed
• Work is normally performed outside where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes and gases is common. airborne particles

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is expected to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Also, whether particular duties or demands listed above or elsewhere are “essential” is a case-by-case determination, depending on the operational realities and staffing at the individual location. For questions about whether a particular function is essential in your particular role, please contact HR at (210) 876-3560.

Meritum Energy Holdings is an equal opportunity employer to all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam War Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.