Operations Technician Qualifying Position

SaskEnergy 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).

Application Instructions

• Please apply online with your cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications.
• For more information on this position, please contact Human Resources at 306-777-9091.

Tentative start date is November 16, 2026.

Closing Date

November 9, 2026

Hourly Rate Range

$33.89 ($5,497.64) - $38.06 ($6,174.09)

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