Second Class Technician

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance
• We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger
• We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs
• We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Are you looking to grow your Mechanical, Electronic or Electrical career? Perhaps you are looking for a better work-life balance and to make a positive impact with a large employer? If you have mechanical, electronic or electrical expertise, then this may be the right opportunity for you! Spire is seeking a Second-Class Technician to work in the Instrumental and Control Section of Gas Supply and Control in St. Louis, MO.

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing various types of electrical, pneumatic and mechanical equipment. 
• May be required to make calculations of electrical and pneumatic systems to assure their proper functioning. 
• This position is subject to working at various plants and locations, under various schedules and is subject to emergency calls.

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

• Applicants for this job must be physically fit, sound, active, and capable of performing heavy manual labor.  They must be a high school graduate or equivalent with a technical academic background, which includes satisfactory completion of courses in physics, algebra, and trigonometry.  Must be able to read mechanical or electrical blueprints and sketches.  Must be prepared to take the validated job test applicable to this position.  Must be able to obtain a Class “E” Chauffeur’s license.
• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality
• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives

Supervisory Responsibilities

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Satisfactory completion of courses in physics, algebra and trigonometry (physics and algebra are required)
• Able to obtain a Class “E” Chauffer’s license

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• Ability to have good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (extreme heat or cold)
• Ability to work flexible work schedules
• Ability to work at various plants, offices and vaults
• Available for on-call emergencies

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Works at various plants, stations and locations such as takepoints and regulator vaults.
• May work various schedules and be subject to emergency calls.

Posting Requirements

Spire accepts online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.