Lineworker
Company: Eversource
Location: Nashua
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
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THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN NASHUA, NH. INDIVIDUALS MUST LIVE
WITHIN 30 MINUTES OF THIS AREA WORK CENTER.
The Lineworker constructs, installs, repairs, maintains and removes
distribution and transmission circuits, substations and associated
facilities. Other duties of the position include rigging poles on
both energized and de-energized circuits, installing transformers,
voltage regulators, capacitors and reclosers, replacing fuses,
working on underground equipment and making repairs on energized
equipment. In addition, the Lineworker may be required to perform
tasks generally associated with lower rated classifications. This
position requires mechanical aptitude, manual and finger dexterity,
the ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and
climb and work on poles and structures. The ultimate wage rate for
this position is $48.94 The actual starting wage rate will be
determined based on the selected candidate's experience.
Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations to meet
customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you
will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.? This means you
may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal
responsibilities, work hours and location.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
* The successful candidate will have a High School diploma or the
equivalent and a minimum of 18 months of overhead electric line
experience working on energized and de-energized lines.
* Must have a thorough knowledge of and the ability to apply
electrical theory and a complete working understanding of Company
line work practices and policies.
* Must have the ability to become a certified rubber glover of 34.5
kV.
* Must be available for and respond to outages, trouble calls, and
system emergencies during normal and overtime hours, and reside
within a geographical area defined as being within 30 minutes
travel time to the assigned Area Work Center within six months of
employment.
* Must provide line department standby on a rotating schedule
basis.
* Must have the ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's
license (Class A with Special Trailer Endorsement) and a safe
driving record.
* Must have mechanical aptitude, a thorough knowledge of the
electric transmission and distribution system, be analytical,
alert, resourceful, and a work history that demonstrates safe work
habits.
* The ability to perform moderately heavy physical work outdoors in
all seasons and at times for extended periods.
* Must successfully pass the CAST aptitude test and/or a physical
prescreen.
* Employee weight limit for this position is 300 pounds.
NOTE: The closing date is at 12:01 a.m. on date shown; interested
candidates must apply by previous day.
This is a PSNH UNION position and employees in that bargaining unit
and union will have first consideration.
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
EEO Statement
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability
status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
Vaccination Information:
Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for
COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns
regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to
discuss your concerns with Eversource's HR department after you
have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does
not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to
receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all
applicable laws.
Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part
of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an
Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to
assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities,
work hours and location.
Keywords: Eversource, Nashua , Lineworker, Other , Nashua, New Hampshire
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