WGL - Helper - Hampshire Gas

About the role

The Helper supports the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation and storage of natural gas. Working under the direct supervision of an Operator or higher-grade employee, this role assists with gas leak investigations, maintenance activities, pipeline operations, facility inspections, and emergency response efforts. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting gas storage, compression, distribution, and maintenance operations while contributing to a strong culture of safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and priority situations involving gas facilities and infrastructure.
• Assist with the investigation and identification of gas leaks on company systems.
• Take appropriate measures to help ensure the safety of employees, customers, the public, and company assets.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Under the supervision of a qualified Operator or higher-grade employee: assist in the operation of natural gas compressors and associated station equipment.
• Support operation and monitoring of compressor station systems, including: emergency generators, instrument air compressors, process heat exchangers, pumps and utility systems, fuel gas heaters, and safety and control systems.
• Record operating data and maintain accurate equipment and station logs.
• Assist with monitoring gas flow, pressures, and storage field operations.
• Support gathering system and well operation activities.
• Assist with routine, scheduled, and preventive maintenance on company facilities and equipment.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and adjustments under supervision.
• Conduct inspections of pipelines, valves, gathering systems, and related infrastructure.
• Support calibration and testing of gas detection and fire protection systems.
• Assist Instrument Technicians, Electricians, and other field personnel with maintenance and installation projects.
• Help maintain vehicles, tools, power equipment, and grounds.
• Participate in leak surveys, leak investigations, and damage prevention activities.
• Locate and mark underground facilities using company-approved locating equipment.
• Support excavation activities following safe digging practices and company standards.
• Install and remove protective excavation systems and barriers.
• Assist with hydrostatic testing programs and pipeline integrity activities.
• Load, unload, secure, and organize materials and equipment.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with well work, drilling operations, and casing inspections.
• Monitor cathodic protection systems on pipelines and storage wells.
• Operate and maintain fire protection equipment.
• Perform general facility upkeep including: mowing grass, brush removal, snow removal, building maintenance, and housekeeping activities.
• Communicate effectively using radios and other field communication equipment.
• Maintain professional communications with customers, contractors, and coworkers.
• Represent the company in a professional manner while supporting positive customer relationships.
• Read and interpret company records, field notes, construction drawings, and operational instructions.
• Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked vehicles.
• Ensure materials and equipment are safely stored and transported.
• Follow company procedures for damaged materials and waste disposal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Basic math and computer proficiency.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and industrial environments.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn natural gas operations.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to work shift schedules as required.
• DOT-covered position subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, and other U.S. Department of Transportation mandated drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to perform physical work in varying weather and field conditions.

Pay

$20.24 per hour