At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to install, operate, and maintain gas systems while providing top-notch customer service.
- Company: Saskatchewan's leading natural gas distribution company with a welcoming atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, diverse workforce, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Travel required; safety-sensitive position with a focus on emergency response.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Grade 12 or equivalent, valid Class 5 driver's license, and physical fitness.
The predicted salary is between 44600 - 48700 $ per year.
Sask Energy is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our team.
The Operations Technician Qualifying Position (OTQP), under the guidance of qualified Technicians, performs duties as trained from the trainee level to the qualified working level in the installation, operation, and maintenance gas system facilities, including the delivery of customer services, in accordance with standards, specifications and accepted industry practices.
The emphasis on certain aspects of the work varies by location.
The OTQP can perform work independently upon completion of training module progression and field verification.
As a potential first responder, this includes implementing sound decisions in emergency situations.
Position Details
Union - This position is permanent full time.
- Core Responsibilities
- Service, activate and re-activate gas appliances and equipment.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, trouble calls and emergency situations providing or recommending corrective measures.
- Gather and record data on service installations and distribution layouts.
- Prepare applications and coordinate the delivery for service and main extensions, alterations and retirements.
- Perform leak detection procedures on Corporate and customer gas lines.
- Promote and maintain good public relations, by promoting the safe and efficient use of natural gas.
- Support and participate in the development, marketing, promotion and delivery of Corporate and Area initiatives.
- Perform maintenance, trouble shooting, operation and repair of gas system facilities and associated equipment.
- Build, install and remove meters and regulators; perform piping modifications; read meters; locate and repair gas leaks; connect and disconnect services.
- Locate underground facilities and inspect excavation work to ensure underground facilities are protected.
- Read and interpret facility maps and drawings as required for work assignments and as needed provide information for updating.
- Inspect and perform maintenance duties on Corporate facilities, offices, sites, vehicles and equipment.
- Perform administrative duties including ordering supplies, preparing, updating and maintaining accurate Corporate and/or Area programs, records, manuals, systems and files.
- Inspect the work of contractors/excavators to ensure the integrity of all Corporate facilities and compliance with specifications and standards.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and safe work practices identifying and reporting non-compliance safety situations.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Pre-Qualifying Assessment.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license.
- Physically Fit (documented by a doctor's certificate recognizing job requirements).
- Additional Information
- Travel, including overnight stays away from bid headquarters is required on occasion.
- This job requires significant travel time.
- This job may be subject to standby.
- This job is safety sensitive, and as such, is subject to the provisions of the Drug and Alcohol Policy (Pre-Employment or Pre-Placement for Safety Sensitive Positions).
- Closing Date November 9, 2026
- Hourly Rate Range $33.89 ($5,497.64) - $38.06 ($6,174.09) #LI-POST
Tentative start date is November 16, 2026.
Our Company
We are Saskatchewan's natural gas distribution company.
Together with Trans Gas, our natural gas transmission and storage subsidiary, we provide convenience, comfort and reliable natural gas service for our customers.
We offer an array of challenging career opportunities throughout the province, an attractive total rewards package and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
We also value and supports a diverse workforce.
We invite you to join our team!
Operations Technician Qualifying Position in Swift Current employer: SaskEnergy Incorporated
SaskEnergy is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer continuous learning opportunities and support for professional development, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers. Located in Saskatchewan, our organization values work-life balance and provides competitive compensation, making it a rewarding environment for those looking to advance their careers while contributing to the community.
