Start your career here! National Fuel is currently hiring Utility Technicians in our Operations Department. Candidates must be able to work in the Buffalo Metropolitan Area as well as other locations within our Western New York service territory. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•* Accurately and efficiently read residential and commercial gas meters*
•* Manually input meter readings into an iPhone to ensure correct billing*
•* Work outdoors extensively in all types of weather and walk for long distances*
•* Handle customer inquiries and perform collection work*
•* Identify and report meter irregularities and report safety hazards*
•* Work in potentially hazardous environments such as dark basements, roof tops or industrial facilities*
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•* Must have a high school diploma or equivalent*
•* Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in good standing*
•* The ability to drive a small company truck or van*
•* Basic literacy is required. The ability to read, legibly prepare written documentation and interpret information is essential for success in this role *
•* Available to work a flexible schedule Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.*
•* Proven track record of good attendance and committed to workplace safety*
•* The successful candidate will be required to pass a DOT mandated drug test, as well as participate in random drug testing. The DOT maintains a list of banned substances which includes medicinal or recreational marijuana.*
•* Ability to work independently while being self-motivated *
•* Strong communication/customer service skills *
•* Solid computer and data entry skills*
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•* Proven mechanical skills as well as possess proficient skills in the use of hand tools*
•* Prior experience using handheld devices or computers to report data*
•* Familiarity with assigned route and local geography is helpful*
ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:
National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This is a position within the Company’s collective bargaining unit with an hourly rate of pay of $23.00 plus daily incentive pay based on the number of meters read.
National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
•* Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage • Paid Sick Time*
•* Dental Coverage • Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers*
•* 401(k) with Company Match • Life Insurance*
•* Company Funded Retirement Savings Account • Flexible Spending Account*
•* Paid Vacation & Company Holidays • Charitable Giving Programs*
HOW TO APPLY:
For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) to jobs@natfuel.com by 1/23/2026. Attachments with a .docm extension will not be accepted.
Please reference position #26-003NY– Utility Technician (Buffalo Metro Area) in the subject line of your email.
National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.
We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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