Utility III

THE BERKSHIRE GAS COMPANY; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Gas Company in Greenfield, MA is seeking an energetic laborer to support underground gas facility projects. You will assist with excavation-related tasks, operate heavy equipment, and join on-call emergency responses to gas leaks and related issues.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, a Class B license with a clean record, and the ability to obtain CDL Class A within 18 months, plus DOT and hoisting licenses and residency in the Adams area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED as a baseline requirement.
• Valid driver’s license with a Class B designation, and clean driving record.
• Must obtain CDL Class A license within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to secure DOT Certification and hoisting license.
• Residency within the Adams distribution area is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide manual labor including lifting, shoveling and jack hammering to support excavation work.
• Operate dump trucks, backhoes and attachments and other motorized equipment.
• Support distribution work crews as a team member.
• Provide dig safe mark out of gas facilities.
• Perform gas leak investigation and survey compliance work.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Valid Driver's License / Class B

CDL Class A license within 18 months

Clean driving record

DOT Certification

Valid hoisting license

Residency within the Adams distribution area

Job description

Job Info

POSITION - Union: Utility III

NUMBER OF OPEN POSITIONS: 1

LOCATION: BGC - MA - Greenfield

STARTING HOURLY RATE: $32.74

Job Posting End Date: October-30-2026

Job Summary

Under the supervision of qualified personnel. perform or assist with utility compliance work on underground gas facilities, may operate excavating equipment and specific company equipment to facilitate the installation and repair of gas mains and services including gas facility mark outs, conducting gas leak investigation and other emergency response during business and outside of normal business hours as an “on-call” first responder. Provides support for other departments as needed.

Major Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide manual labor, lifting shoveling and jack hammering to support excavation work
• Operates dump trucks, backhoes and attachments and other motorized equipment
• Supports distribution work crews as a team member
• Provides dig safe mark out of gas facilities
• Performs gas leak investigation and survey compliance work

Education & Experience/Training Required

• High school diploma or equivalent GED
• Valid Driver's License / Class B
• Must obtain a CDL Class A license within 18 months
• Clean driving record
• Must be able to secure DOT Certification
• Must have valid hoisting license
• Residency within the Adams distribution area

Competencies

• Be a role model
• Be agile
• Collaborate and Share
• Develop Self and Others
• Empower to grow
• Focus to achieve results

Technical Skills

Company: THE BERKSHIRE GAS COMPANY

Mobility Information

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