Electric Utility Substation Mechanic Apprentice

Eversource Energy•Boston, MA

1d•$39 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

As an Electric Utility Substation Operating Mechanic Apprentice, employees are engaged in an on-the-job training program designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to perform all required operations and maintenance activities within substations, network stations, subsurface and indoor vaults as well as customer substations. The employee will: Perform all phases of substation operations and maintenance on 4 to 345kV electrical equipment, as well as DC and other auxiliary control system. Such equipment may include transformers, circuit breakers, and battery systems. Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, read and understand schematics, electrical one line, and control wiring diagrams. Assist in the performance of various tests with Field Engineering, and other crafts, where required. Perform switching and tagging on equipment at all voltages as directed by the system operator or supervisors in accordance with established Eversource procedures. Perform monthly inspections and gather all necessary data for the generation of reports and updating records. Make repairs and corrections on any abnormal findings. Maintain substation logs and equipment records. Under close directive or general supervision, use appropriate hand and power tools to perform tasks in connection with the above activities, without limitation to the operating voltage. Perform standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations for the purpose of learning standard work methods and to develop work knowledge, skills, and abilities. For training and development purposes, assignments will include work of the fully qualified Operating Mechanic position. It is required that incumbents progress to the position of fully qualified Operating Mechanic. To progress to the journey level position, the incumbent must satisfactorily meet the requirements of the apprentice program, including passing periodic evaluations and exams as set forth in the program. Starting Rate of Pay: $39.26 per hour. Over a three-year apprenticeship program, you will receive pay increases at every qualifying level until you are fully qualified. Current schedule of pay rates are: $39.26 – 42.21 – 44.33 – 46.48 – 49.23 – 52.43 – 55.38 – 59.11. There will be seven qualifying exams throughout the apprenticeship program. You must pass each exam to progress to the next pay level; and remain in the program. Union Represented Position Working Conditions: Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods. Work in confined spaces and at heights up to 60 feet. Shifts are required.

Requirements

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
Must have two years of electrical or mechanical operations experience gained through work experience and/or a combination of work experience and technical education.
Must have corrective vision, normal color perception, hearing and sense of smell.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to operate motor vehicles and have a satisfactory driving record.
Must possess or be willing and able to obtain the appropriate Massachusetts license and Company qualification to operate motor vehicles of any class and type required by the Company based on departmental needs.
Must possess an aptitude for operating and maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment.
Must pass Company approved EEI testing (CAST Test).
An EEI Test (CAST Test) practice test is available by visiting: https://jobs.eversource.com/eeo.
In addition, candidates must successfully complete a physical aptitude exam which will include tool identification, tasks relating to fuses/wiring, and lifting/carrying a weighted object.
High School education or equivalent (GED) required.
Must have a valid DOT Medical Certification or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who have successfully completed an Eversource sponsored training program will be given preference.

Responsibilities

Perform all phases of substation operations and maintenance on 4 to 345kV electrical equipment, as well as DC and other auxiliary control system.
Such equipment may include transformers, circuit breakers, and battery systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, read and understand schematics, electrical one line, and control wiring diagrams.
Assist in the performance of various tests with Field Engineering, and other crafts, where required.
Perform switching and tagging on equipment at all voltages as directed by the system operator or supervisors in accordance with established Eversource procedures.
Perform monthly inspections and gather all necessary data for the generation of reports and updating records.
Make repairs and corrections on any abnormal findings.
Maintain substation logs and equipment records.
Under close directive or general supervision, use appropriate hand and power tools to perform tasks in connection with the above activities, without limitation to the operating voltage.
Perform standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations for the purpose of learning standard work methods and to develop work knowledge, skills, and abilities.
For training and development purposes, assignments will include work of the fully qualified Operating Mechanic position.
It is required that incumbents progress to the position of fully qualified Operating Mechanic.
To progress to the journey level position, the incumbent must satisfactorily meet the requirements of the apprentice program, including passing periodic evaluations and exams as set forth in the program.