Westfield Gas + Electric is seeking an energetic, active and self-motivated individual who wants to join a high performing team and enjoys the sense of pride from responding to the needs of a tight-knit community. If you find a sense of accomplishment from knowing you have helped others and enjoy being part of a larger community, then you may be just what the WG+E is looking for in their next GDM A (Gas Distribution Maintenance A). ($45.58-$48.99)

Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

· Installs, repairs, purges, tests, and maintains high, intermediate and utilization pressure mains and services. Also, read, follow, understand and update any records of work performed.

· Detects and repairs gas leaks; application of cathodic protection; gas meter installation and testing and other duties associated with maintenance and construction of a gas distribution system.

· Performs pipefitting, meter and regulator work, and station maintenance duties.

· Must perform plastic and steel pipe installations and connections.

· Performs trenchless techniques related to pipe installation by means of directional rod pushers, moles, and directional boring machine.

· Installation of plastic pipe, including joining, squeezing off, saddle, and valve installation.

· Utility Dig Safe locating procedures and reporting.

· Any associated distribution construction, maintenance or operations work.

· Applications of cathodic protection measures such as kero-test and hot line insulators, impressed current anode bank installations as well as common anode, test stations, bonding and insulation procedures.

· Performs District Regulator Station installation, as well as maintenance of pressure limiting and relief devices.

· Will perform all needed telemetering interpretations, monitoring and repairs as needed.

· Will perform all needed gas division inspections related to field distribution and gate station facilities.

· This position is a safety sensitive position, therefore it is subject to random drug testing per DOT guidelines.

· Responds to any emergency conditions within or outside normal work hours.

· May work with other divisions of the Department as needed.

· All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Entrance Requirements include, but not limited to:

· One-year practical field experience in gas operations and maintenance required, additional experience preferred.

· Knowledge of pipeline construction practices and methods.

· Knowledge and ability to use tools and equipment used in gas distribution work.

· Knowledge of gas leak detection methods and leak repair.

· Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

· Ability to read, understand and follow detailed operations and maintenance procedures.

· To have or be able to obtain within six months a Class B CDL, a Hoisting Engineers License with a minimum backhoe operating coding availability and any associated DTE required training.

· Must be or have been qualified under an “Operator Qualifications” initiative.

· Must have knowledge of equipment procedures and methods used in pressurized tie-in work, including “Mueller” hot taps, high and intermediate stopping, and branch connections.

· Must have knowledge of procedures and techniques applied to holiday surveys, jeeping equipment, thinsulators, intra-wall bends, pipe rollers, boring equipment, CGI’s and general gas leak detection equipment.

· Knowledge and techniques needed for repair of high, intermediate, and low-pressure gas pipe within the range of materials used in gas distribution (cast iron, steel and plastic pipe).

· Knowledge of purging methods and materials, pressure test requirements, and facility abandonment procedures.

· Knowledge needed for the application of Cathodic Protection measure related Kero-test, hot line insulators, impressed current anode banks, anodes, test stations, and bonding and insulating procedures.

· Knowledge of laws and regulations related to 220CMR113, and DOT Pipeline Safety Regulations Part 190 through 195.

Exertional Requirements:

· Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs. and carry 50 lbs. unrestricted while walking and standing.

· Must be able to tolerate cold and hot temperatures as well as high humidity.

· Must be able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, and gases.

· Must be able to tolerate extended hours during emergency conditions

· Must not be color-blind.

· Ability to reach above shoulder level.

· Ability to use a shovel for the purpose of digging, possibly for extended periods of time.

· Ability to use bang bar or other necessary equipment during leakage detection surveys.

· Ability to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.

· Must have the ability to work around moving machinery and operate motor vehicles appropriate to the job.

· Ability to perform shift work and be available for regular “on-call” assignments.

A very generous benefit package accompanies job offer, although relocation services are not provided. Qualified candidates are requested to complete an application found online by Monday, December 22, 2025. Please, no phone calls.