Service Technician

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 and working as a trusted advisor. The Service Technician serves as a Dead River Company ambassador by adhering to our Brand Promise.

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair oil and/or propane heating equipment and appliances in accordance with applicable codes, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Perform efficiency tests, tune-ups, and service inspections.
• Eliminates callbacks 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 ensures high level of customer 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.
• Participate in night and weekend on-call schedule, as necessary.
• Performs propane gas-check inspections according to applicable codes and company policy without supervision.
• May perform HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work as required by market.
• Assists in the training of apprentices and journeymen.

• Successful completion of oil burner and or propane training course or CETP/PEP program desired; training and education provided.
• Must have three or more years of relevant oil and/or propane service experience.

• Must possess a valid New Hampshire Fuel Gas Fitter license/certification appropriate for propane installation, service, and repair.
• Prior oil-fired equipment installation, service, and repair experience required.
• NORA certification preferred.
• HAZMAT endorsement preferred.
• HVAC, electrical wiring and/or plumbing preferred.
• Universal 608 EPA certification preferred for HVAC/refrigeration/heat pump work.
• Previous heating technician experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ license. Driving record is reviewed at employment, and annually thereafter, and must meet company standards. CDL is not required, but it is desired.

Our Service Technicians work independently while also being an important part of the larger Dead River Company team. Success in this position requires:

• Dependability and a strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• A team-oriented approach.
• Professional communication with customers, dispatchers, technicians, drivers, office personnel, and vendors.
• Commitment to representing Dead River Company professionally at every customer interaction.