Gas Operations Technician: Metering & Emergency Response

Unitil-Service-Corp; Lunenburg (MA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitil seeks an Alternate Night Trouble Worker in Lunenburg, MA, to handle customer metering and gas service duties Tuesday–Saturday 7:00–3:00, with emergency first responder responsibilities to protect public safety. The role requires performing meter work, installing AMR/ERT devices, and documenting all activities in accordance with state and federal codes, under the Gas Operations department.

Strong mechanical aptitude, valid MA plumber license, and CDL within 120 days are required; on‑call

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• General aptitude and mechanical work skills.
• Massachusetts Plumbers License – Journeyman or Master Plumber (Not for internal candidate).
• Must obtain Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License Medical Examiners Card within 120 days.
• Must maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and Driver Qualification File.
• FMCSA drug pool testing is required.
• Pass all Operator Qualification Tests.
• Must reside within a specified geographic area per UWUA/B.U.W. Local 340 contract.
• Ability to respond to overtime and emergency calls.

Responsibilities

• To plan and perform the activities associated with all aspects of customer metering and gas service work.
• Diagnose and service gas appliances (heating systems, water heaters, air conditioners, ranges).
• Perform gas and electric meter work, data entry, and filing of related paperwork.
• Document all work orders electronically via Mobile Dispatch System.
• Install and program AMR devices and gas ERTs; install high-pressure corrector devices.
• Respond as emergency first responder to gas emergencies to ensure public safety.
• Identify and repair gas leaks at customer sites.
• Perform pipe fitting work including installation and repair of meters, gas meters, piping, regulators.
• Maintain company equipment and ensure timely records for vehicles and tools.
• Be available for stand-by on-call duties on a rotating weekly schedule.

Job description

Unitil seeks an Alternate Night Trouble Worker in Lunenburg, MA, to handle customer metering and gas service duties Tuesday–Saturday 7:00–3:00, with emergency first responder responsibilities to protect public safety. The role requires performing meter work, installing AMR/ERT devices, and documenting all activities in accordance with state and federal codes, under the Gas Operations department.

Strong mechanical aptitude, valid MA plumber license, and CDL within 120 days are required; on‑call