Gas Service Technician – Apprentice to First Class (South On-Call)

Job overview

The Gas Service Technician – Apprentice to First Class (South On-Call) role is onsite in Portland, ME. Hourly rates range from $30.77 to $49.19 depending on classification. Unitil provides energy and works to deliver it safely and reliably to customers.

What you'll do

• Operate, maintain, construct, inspect, and survey gas distribution assets
• respond to gas leaks as an emergency first responder
• identify and prioritize leaks
• prepare repair and replacement work orders
• use mapping and gas management systems
• test and calibrate gas detection equipment
• install, inspect, and maintain meters, piping, regulators, and customer gas appliances
• document work and maintain equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

gas service technician

portland me

unitil

gas distribution

gas leak response

emergency first responder

meter installation

gas piping

rotational standby

$30.77–$49.19/hr

maine gas license

dot medical certificate

utility operations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Consumer-driven health plan
• dental and vision coverage
• company-paid holidays
• retirement plan
• educational assistance. Benefits may differ between union and non-union employee groups.

Why this role

The role requires rotational standby and response to service calls within 30 minutes, including gas leak emergencies. A Maine Gas License is required or must be obtained within two years; a valid operator’s license and DOT medical examiner’s certificate are also required.

About the employer

Unitil Service Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Natural Gas Distribution. Sector: 22.