Lineworker (ALTP, Transmission)

Eversource Energy•Hooksett, NH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lineworker constructs, installs, repairs, maintains, and removes distribution and transmission circuits, substations, and associated facilities. Other duties of the position include rigging poles on both energized and de-energized circuits, installing transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors and reclosures, replacing fuses, working on underground equipment, and making repairs on energized equipment. In addition, the Lineworker may be required to perform tasks generally associated with lower rated classifications. This position requires mechanical aptitude, manual and finger dexterity, the ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and climb and work on poles and structures. This position is subject to the provisions of the Apprentice Lineworker Training Program (ALTP). The ALTP provides effective and consistent training for Lineworkers. Employees in the program will be working and training on various line projects in various locations throughout the state. ALTP participants will be part of a cohort of individuals who remain together during an 18-month training period. After 18 months employees will report to the specific AWC for which they have been hired as an 18-month progressed Lineworker for additional training and work experience. 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.

Requirements

Must be able to progress to the senior levels of this position.
Meet the requirements associated with standby coverage, and provide such coverage.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (Class A with an "O" endorsement).
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Proven safe driving record.
Must possess high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Must successfully complete the CAST aptitude test.
Employee weight limit for this position is 300 pounds.
Bargaining unit employees with rights to this posting will be given first consideration.
Must become a member of the union.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with a CDL/A License are preferred.
Candidates with line school experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

Constructs, installs, repairs, maintains, and removes distribution and transmission circuits, substations, and associated facilities.
Rigging poles on both energized and de-energized circuits.
Installing transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors and reclosures.
Replacing fuses.
Working on underground equipment.
Making repairs on energized equipment.
Performing tasks generally associated with lower rated classifications.
Storm restoration and emergency assignments.
Assisting during an emergency outside of normal responsibilities, work hours and location.