Experienced Journeyperson Lineworker - South Shore and Southeastern MA

National Grid•Brockton, MA

10d•$64•Onsite

About The Position

National Grid is seeking Rated Lineworkers (1/C) for anticipated positions in their MA South locations, including Brockton, Quincy, Hanover, Hopedale, Marlborough, Attleboro, Uxbridge, and Somerset. This role is in the Electrical Overhead Operations department and involves building and maintaining the electrical power system, requiring significant field experience. The Lineworker will construct, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems, work at heights, climb poles, and lift heavy equipment. Duties also include operating aerial and excavation equipment, troubleshooting system issues, setting transformers, and completing documentation. This position is part of a career progression designed for skill development in technical areas with training and support.

Requirements

Must be a Lineworker 1/c or 2/c as demonstrated by proficiency testing and past performance appraisals.
Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
Retain appropriate qualifications on the National Grid Switching and Tagging list.
Be thoroughly familiar with all Construction, Operating, and Maintenance Standards, and Safety Standards and Procedures.
Be proficient with the use of electronic devices and maintain various records, reports, and forms regarding payroll, materials used, and condition of plant, tools, and equipment.
Demonstrate the ability to properly operate vehicles, tools, and equipment assigned to the department.
Furnish an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.
Retain a valid motor vehicle operator's license, which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation.
Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System Hoisting certificate.

Nice To Haves

Several years of field experience.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties of a Lineworker 1/C and/or Single Person Worker duties.
May be required to handle substances considered hazardous.
Follow all National Grid environmental policies.
Occasionally direct and train overhead line crew personnel.
Maintain various records and procure all stock as needed.
Install and remove common meters on single-phase services as required.
Contribute to crew productivity, safety, and knowledge of the job.
Be capable to act as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags.