Line Mechanic (Newtown, CT)

Eversource Energy•Newtown, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England, supporting 4.4 million customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. This is a Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position. The individual will perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system. A Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position requires at least one year of experience. A line mechanic is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This includes working aloft on electric utility poles or on ground and pad mounted structures. Must have the ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers and the ability to direct the work of others when assigned. The selected candidate must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV is a requirement. The individual will be required, during periods of trouble call assignment, to be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour. 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. Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. Candidates must successfully pass the written assessment and the overhead physical agility assessment.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a Line Mechanic.
Ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers.
Ability to direct the work of others when assigned.
Must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Must be able to perform rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV.
Must be available to be at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour during trouble call assignments.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the Line Mechanic position.
Must be able to effectively interact, communicate, and direct the work of other co-workers.
Must be available to perform overtime and emergency work as required.
Must live within one hour of the reporting location.
Must successfully pass the written assessment.
Must successfully pass the overhead physical agility assessment.
Submit a resume with application.

Nice To Haves

Individuals hold a valid Commercial driver’s license (CDL) and satisfactory clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of 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 poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers.
Direct the work of others when assigned.
Perform rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV.
Be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour during periods of trouble call assignment.
Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs.
Assist during an emergency outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location as part of an Emergency Restoration assignment.