Dead River Company

Service Technician - Oil Burner

Dead River Company  •  Northampton, MA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Join Our Team - Find Your Future!

$24 - $36 depending on experience

Installs and repairs residential and commercial propane and/or oil burner equipment and appliances while ensuring a high level of customer service. The responsibilities of this position are carried out with particular attention to maintaining customer property, respecting customer confidentiality and working as a trusted advisor. The Service Technician serves as a Dead River Company ambassador by adhering to our Brand Promise, Guarantees and Pledges and our Co-Worker Guarantees and Pledges.

Essential Functions:

  • Installs, trouble-shoots and repairs oil and/or propane heating systems in accordance with applicable codes, safety regulations and Dead River Company policies. • Performs efficiency tests, tune-ups, and contract service inspections.
  • Eliminates call-backs and reduces liability by ensuring that all work is performed safely and accurately.
  • Promotes image as a trusted advisor through a neat appearance, clean uniform and timely, safe and courteous service.
  • Promotes Dead River company products and services. Advises customers on best options for specific needs.
  • Maintains a neat and orderly service vehicle. Ensures that all tools and equipment are in safe operating condition.
  • Immediately records and reports parts and labor for service calls in accordance with company procedures. Maintains and tracks parts inventories in service vehicle.
  • Participates in night and weekend on-call schedule as necessary.
  • Reports all accidents, spills, and liability claims.
  • Performs propane Gas-check inspections according to applicable codes and company policy without supervision. (Propane technicians)

Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical school training is preferred.

The Ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience with installation, maintenance, and repairs of residential and commercial oil and/or Propane heating equipment
  • Strong customer focus
  • The ability to work without close supervision
  • HAZMAT endorsement / Propane License a plus
  • A focus on safety!

Experience:

Apprentice – Will have successfully completed oil burner training course or CETP program. Journeyman – Will have at least one year of relevant oil and/or propane service experience. Master – Will have two or more years of relevant oil and/or propane service experience

Certification, Licensing, and Testing:

  • Apprentice, Journeyman or Master designation licensing is necessary in states where required.
  • Applicable propane CETP certification is required for propane technicians.
  • All technicians must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
  • All technicians must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ license. Driving record is reviewed at employment, and annually thereafter, and must meet company standards.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits- Paid weekly!

  • Health Insurance – Premiums as low as $6.41 for full-time employees!
  • Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
  • Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employees and Scholarships and grant for employee’s children
  • Discounts on our products and services
  • Work uniform and, boot and prescriptions safety glasses allowance
  • Paid Training at our State-of-the-art institute
  • Opportunity for growth!

At Dead River Company, being part of our team means being part of something truly special. For over 110 years, we’ve been good people helping neighbors do energy right. We care deeply—every person here makes a difference. We take pride in doing work that matters for our customers, our communities, and each other. That’s why we invest in and support every employee with opportunities to grow and thrive. Come build your future with us.

Dead River Company

About Dead River Company

Dead River Company is proud to serve homes and businesses across New England with dependable propane, heating oil, and kerosene deliveries, along with expert equipment maintenance and installation. With our 24/7 emergency no-heat service, our customers can feel confident knowing we'll be there when they need us most.

At Dead River Company, it's our people who set us apart – delivering on a promise each day of integrity, caring and excellence. We offer employment opportunities in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York and are proud to provide industry-leading benefits. If you're looking to work for a successfully growing company, come join our team and find your future!

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
South Portland, Maine
Year Founded
1909
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