Mechanic Helper

Eversource Energy•Norwalk, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered. Reports to Supervisor in Instrumentation and Regulation (I&R). Individual will be responsible for the inspection, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and periodic overhaul of various distribution facilities including but not limited to the following: district regulator stations, city gate stations, and customer worker/monitor pressure regulating devices. Individual will be responsible to cover calls throughout Eversource's gas territory as assigned. Individual must exhibit strong performance in emergency situations to protect the safe and reliable operation of Eversource's distribution system. Starting Rate of Pay: $32.88 per hour.

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 the following areas (as appropriate to the equipment and facilities for the region): 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.
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.