Line Mechanic (Waterford, CT)

Eversource Energy • Waterford, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a fully qualified Line Mechanic position involving construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system. The role requires at least one year of experience. The Line Mechanic installs, repairs, and maintains overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment, working aloft on utility poles or on ground- and pad-mounted structures. The mechanic must be able to climb poles skillfully using lineman’s climbers and direct the work of others when assigned. Rubber gloving of high-voltage distribution systems up to 23 kV is required, as is qualification to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). During trouble-call assignments, the employee must be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour. The role may also require overtime, emergency work, and emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location. The stated salary range starts at $56.32 and progresses in accordance with the union contract.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience for a fully qualified Line Mechanic position.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the Line Mechanic position.
• Must be able to effectively interact and communicate with co-workers and direct their work.
• Must be available for overtime and emergency work as required.
• Must live within one hour of the reporting location.
• Must successfully pass the written assessment and overhead physical agility assessment.
• Applicants requiring immigration-related visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.
• Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a satisfactory clean driving record are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct, operate, and maintain the electric system.
• Install, repair, and maintain overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Work aloft on electric utility poles or on ground- and pad-mounted structures.
• Climb utility poles using lineman’s climbers.
• Direct the work of other employees when assigned.
• Perform rubber gloving on high-voltage distribution systems up to 23 kV.
• Respond to trouble calls and be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour during assigned periods.
• Perform overtime and emergency work as required, including emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED