Communications & Control Worker III-L

Eversource Energy • Hooksett, NH

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About The Position

The Communications & Control Worker III-L assists with testing, maintenance, and operation of protection and control equipment. Equipment includes intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), electromechanical and solid-state protective relaying, programmable logic controller (PLC) equipment, Eversource NH telecommunications equipment (including fiber optics, two-way radio, and microwave), pole-top distribution automation equipment (NOVA, Viper, and Scadamate reclosers), SCADA communication systems, and switchboard devices.

Work is performed under direct and limited supervision. Duties include installing, testing, and repairing protective relays, SCADA systems, and telecommunications equipment, as well as preventive and corrective maintenance on electronic circuits. The worker operates test equipment, uses hand and power tools, and may work from ladders or in confined spaces. The position requires travel throughout Eversource territory and a reasonable amount of overtime when offered. Storm assignments may include damage assessment and service restoration. This position is one step in a multi-step progression program.

The starting rate of pay is $41.84 per hour. This is a union-represented position, and the employee is required to become a union member. Eversource will not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this position. The role has one opening. Emergency restoration assignments may require work outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in electrical technology, electrical power system technology, electrical control systems, telecommunication technology, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or electronics.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Successful completion of the EEI Technician’s Aptitude Test is required.
• Ability to perform math functions.
• Working knowledge of personal computers.
• Ability to interpret electrical/electronic drawings and understand manufacturer technical instruction manuals.
• Ability to follow instructions, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and work under limited supervision when required.
• Must become a member of the union upon entering this union-represented position.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals with a BSEE or BSET degree are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with testing, maintenance, and operation of protection and control equipment, including IEDs, protective relaying, PLC equipment, telecommunications equipment, distribution automation equipment, SCADA communication systems, and switchboard devices.
• Install, test, and repair protective relays, SCADA systems, and telecommunications equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electronic circuits.
• Operate test equipment and use hand and power tools.
• Work from elevated positions, including ladders, and within confined spaces as required.
• Travel throughout Eversource territory.
• Work a reasonable amount of overtime when offered.
• Perform storm assignments that may include damage assessment and service restoration.
• Respond to emergency restoration assignments, potentially outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree