About this role
Scope:
Palmetto Propane, Fuels, and Ice is a leading provider of propane and fuel services across South Carolina. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy solutions to residential, commercial, and agricultural customers. At Palmetto Propane, we’re not just offering a job - we’re offering the opportunity to grow with a family-owned company that values integrity, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Propane Service Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the propane industry, demonstrated technical expertise, and the ability to independently install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment across a variety of settings.
This position requires a safety-focused professional who is knowledgeable in propane industry regulations, capable of diagnosing and resolving service issues, and committed to delivering exceptional customer service.
The successful candidate must be dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a field-based environment while maintaining the highest standards of safety, workmanship, and professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of propane equipment and systems.
- Perform propane tank installations, relocations, replacements, and removals.
- Conduct leak checks, pressure tests, system inspections, and safety evaluations in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Diagnose and resolve propane system malfunctions, equipment failures, and gas pressure issues.
- Respond to routine service calls, gas leaks, emergency situations, and customer service requests.
- Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and inventory in safe and proper working condition.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, management, and team members to complete service assignments efficiently and safely.
- Participate in required training, safety meetings, and on-call rotations as assigned.
- Adhere to company safety guidelines.
- Ensure all work complies with company safety policies, NFPA standards, OSHA, DOT, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a Propane Service Technician or in a similar propane service role required.
- Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required.
- Acceptable driving record and ability to successfully complete required background checks.
- Strong knowledge of propane system installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and applicable safety regulations.
- Ability to independently diagnose and repair propane systems and equipment.
- Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) certification or equivalent propane industry training preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Availability to work full-time hours and overtime as business needs require.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- Quarterly safety bonus.
- Medical, dental & vision insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Holiday Savings Account.
- 401(k) with 25% company match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), which increases based on tenure.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee referral program.
- Propane discounts and more!
Disclaimer & Approvals:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Palmetto Propane, Fuels, and Ice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
