Gas service technician
Career outlook for gas service technician
UK Salary Ranges
Entry-level
£18,000
£18,000
Experienced
£38,000
£38,000
Currently employed in Scotland
13,500
Salary information is provided by the "National Careers Service". "Oxford Economics" supplies job forecasts and employment figures. Due to COVID-19 the jobs market is constantly changing. Some of the information may not reflect the current situation.
What's it like?
You would safely install and repair gas heating and hot water systems.You’d maintain and repair the pipes, appliances and meters.
You would work in people’s homes and in businesses like cafes and hotels.
You’d need to check systems carefully to make sure they work or find any problems. You’d follow technical layouts and diagrams.
You would:
- Install appliances and systems
- Carry out planned maintenance checks on systems and equipment
- Test controls and safety devices to make sure that they are working properly
- Find and repair gas leaks using computerised fault-finding equipment
- Replace or repair faulty or old parts
- Order new parts when necessary
- Keep records of work you have carried out
- Give customers advice about gas safety and energy efficiency
You’ll be dealing directly with customers in their own homes so you’ll be expected to be polite and friendly.
You would also give customers quotes for jobs and tell them how long they would take. You could also sell additional company services and occasionally deal with complaints.
It’s a responsible job so it’s important that you are aware of safe working practices, industry regulations and environmental guidelines.
Working conditions
Hours
Environment
Travel
UK employment status
Full-time
55%
Part-time
1%
Self employed
43%
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Qualifications
You would do a Modern Apprenticeship leading to a relevant qualification such as a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ level 2/3) in:
- Gas Industry
- Domestic Natural Gas Installation and Maintenance
- Gas Utilisation
- Or Domestic Plumbing and Heating
Entry requirements for a Modern Apprenticeship vary but employers may ask for qualifications at SCQF level 4/5.
Useful subjects
- Maths (required by many courses and employers)
- Science subjects (required by many courses and employers)
- English
- Technologies subjects, such as engineering science
You will also need
Gas Safe Registration once you are in a job.
Helpful to have
Qualifications that show understanding and experience of the industry such as Skills for Work Engineering Skills (SCQF level 5).
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