Gas System Operations Apprentice: Hands-On Tech Role

Unitil-Service-Corp; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health plan

Dental and vision coverage

Educational assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Unitil in Portsmouth, NH, is hiring a Systems Operations Technician Apprentice to First Class. This full-time role performs gas system operations, inspections, and maintenance at Portsmouth facilities, with emphasis on safety, record-keeping, and regulatory compliance.

The position requires strong electrical/electromechanical skills, ability to work with contractors, and on-call emergency duties. The starting wage ranges hourly with overtime provisions and a union-informed wage plan.

Qualifications

• Must possess electrical and electromechanical skills necessary to perform the duties.
• Must be able to obtain applicable Operator Qualification (O.Q.) certification under DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual inspections and maintenance on pressure control facilities and related equipment.
• Inspect and maintain pressure regulation equipment and piping for atmospheric corrosion; perform remediation.
• Maintain boilers, water pumps, heat exchangers, and electrical controls.
• General maintenance of facilities and grounds; perform safety-related tasks.
• Oversee contractors and monitor fieldwork for compliance with procedures and safety rules.
• Respond to emergency calls and participate in on-call standby schedules.
• Maintain records, worksheets and reports for regulatory, asset management and accounting purposes.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Volt-Ohm meters

deadweight testers

electronic diagnostic equipment

calibration equipment

hand tools

power tools

Job description

Unitil in Portsmouth, NH, is hiring a Systems Operations Technician Apprentice to First Class. This full-time role performs gas system operations, inspections, and maintenance at Portsmouth facilities, with emphasis on safety, record-keeping, and regulatory compliance.

The position requires strong electrical/electromechanical skills, ability to work with contractors, and on-call emergency duties. The starting wage ranges hourly with overtime provisions and a union-informed wage plan.