Mechanic Helper

Eversource Energy•Norwalk, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the inspection, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and periodic overhaul of various distribution facilities including but not limited to: district regulator stations, city gate stations, and customer worker/monitor pressure regulating devices. The individual will be responsible to cover calls throughout Eversource's gas territory as assigned and must exhibit strong performance in emergency situations to protect the safe and reliable operation of Eversource's distribution system. This is a union represented position, and successful candidates will be required to join the union. The position is categorized as safety-sensitive for drug testing purposes, including pre-assignment and random testing. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or the equivalent (GED).
EXTERNAL candidates ONLY must successfully complete company approved EEI testing (CAST aptitude test).
Minimum of 3.5 years of gas-related field experience required.
Individual must demonstrate strong interest, aptitude, and knowledge in regulator inspection and gate station operations and maintenance.
Ability to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license.

Responsibilities

Perform odorant (sniff) tests as required.
Perform regulator maintenance at various district regulator stations as needed.
Perform pressure adjustments throughout the distribution system as needed.
Inspection and maintenance on emergency shut-down valves as required.
Perform odorizer inspection and maintenance at various gate stations as needed.
Perform valve repairs at regulation and gate stations as needed.
Install, operate, and maintain boilers, panel, and pilot heaters.
Purge and pickle gas mains.
Assist with pressure-in-place projects or up rates on gas distribution systems.
Perform end-point installation.
Perform bending, mechanical fittings, and pipe-threading as related to piping and tubing projects.
Perform rigging, lifting, and crane operations as needed.
Possess basic knowledge of and ability to perform basic control wiring.
Perform pressure tests.
Ability to work On-Call and to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Perform all other miscellaneous tasks/projects within classification as assigned.
Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs, which may include an Emergency Restoration assignment outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.