General Laborer

Eden GeoPower Inc.; Upton (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily per diem

Lodging for field work

Job summary

A sustainable resource recovery company in Massachusetts is looking for an experienced general laborer to support small-scale test well operations. Responsibilities include equipment handling, site upkeep, and data collection. Candidates should have 1-2 years of relevant experience, a safety-first mindset, and ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments. Pay ranges from $25 to $30 per hour with additional overtime. This role offers variable shifts and includes daily per diem and lodging for fieldwork.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a roustabout, general laborer, or equivalent field operations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Flexible schedule with ability to come out to the field on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Provide site preparation support and cleanup.
• Safely load, unload, and move materials, pipes, and equipment around the site.
• Conduct supply procurements for day-to-day operations.

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Ability to lift and carry heavy loads (50+ lbs)

Ability to work in outdoor, physically demanding environments

Fluent in English

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Telehandler

Skid steer

Job description

Eden is pioneering sustainable natural resource recovery by using electricity to enhance subsurface permeability. Our Electrical Reservoir Stimulation technology offers a precise, water-efficient alternative to traditional hydraulic fracturing, reducing environmental risks while maximizing resource extraction.

Headquartered in Somerville, MA, with an office in Houston, TX, Eden's team of 14 experts specialize in geophysics, geochemistry, high-voltage engineering, and subsurface tool design. We are actively demonstrating our next-generation permeability enhancement technology across diverse geologies worldwide, collaborating with industry leaders in geothermal energy, geologic hydrogen, carbon storage, and mining to redefine resource recovery for a carbon‑neutral future.

Looking ahead, we are preparing for subsurface field tests in early 2026, supported by our supportive technical partners.

About the Job

We are looking for an experienced general laborer with 1–2 years of field operations. This position provides general labor support to small‑scale test well operations (up to 400 ft) by assisting with equipment handling, material movement, and site upkeep. The ideal candidate is safety‑conscious, reliable, and capable of working in outdoor field environments.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled general laborer to perform field deployment operations in Massachusetts. You will be deploying and operating equipment as prescribed in operating and testing procedures following company and industry safety protocols. The location of the job is in the Uptown, MA area. This opportunity will be a contract position with a variable schedule up to two weeks on / two weeks off role with up to 8‑hour working days. Daily per diem and lodging for field work included. This role will start as early as January 26th. The role is expected to last through the end of July. Pay will be between $25 – $30 per hour plus overtime for skilled and $20/hr unskilled.

Responsibilities

• Provide site preparation support and cleanup. This may require lifting equipment greater than 50 pounds.
• Safely load, unload, and move materials, pipes, and equipment around the site.
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment.
• Assist crews with staging and organizing tools and supplies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including waste removal and housekeeping.
• Provide on‑site data collection support, such as logging and recording data into Excel or field notebooks.
• Conduct supply procurements for day‑to‑day operations.
• Perform manual labor using tools.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and support general operational tasks.
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all H SE (Health, Safety, Environment) protocols.

Required qualifications

• Safety‑first mindset.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Flexible schedule with ability to come out to the field on short notice.
• 1–2 years of experience as a roustabout, general laborer, or equivalent field operations.
• Ability to work in outdoor, physically demanding environments.
• Ability to safely lift and carry heavy loads (50+ lbs).
• Fluent in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to take initiative, problem solve, and be a team player.

Preferred qualifications

• Previous experience supporting small‑scale test well operations.
• Basic knowledge of site logistics and materials management.
• Telehandler, skid steer, forklift, or other heavy equipment operation experience.
• American Red Cross CPR and AED.
• OSHA 10 or 30 Hour Training.

Eden is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing admin (at) edengeopower.com.