Meter Service Mechanic

Eversource Energy•Waterbury, CT

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Meter Service Mechanic installs, removes, adjusts, and repairs residential and commercial gas metering equipment, as well as residential heating and water-heating equipment. The role includes reconnecting and disconnecting gas services, servicing customer-owned gas appliances, investigating gas-odor and high-bill complaints, and providing repairs. The mechanic also installs, removes, and changes gas meters, ERT devices, and piping of various sizes and types, and communicates professionally with customers about complaints. The position is shift-based and includes on-call emergency response and extensive overtime when required. The employee may also be assigned to assist with emergency restoration outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location. This is a union-represented position, and the employee must become a union member. The position is categorized as safety-sensitive and is subject to applicable pre-assignment and random drug testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience as a Meter Service Mechanic or equivalent experience.
Must hold one of the specified licenses: preferred S1, S2, S3, or S4; second preference S5, S6, S7, S8, P1, or P2; acceptable D1 or D2; minimally acceptable G1 or G2.
External candidates must successfully complete the company-approved EEI CAST aptitude test.
Ability to inspect areas that are not handicapped accessible.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and lift and move materials weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
Visual acuity sufficient for wiring tasks, including distinguishing cable color codes.
Familiarity with MS Windows-based applications and data entry.
Availability for extensive overtime when required and ability to work rotating day and evening shifts.
Must reside within 30 minutes of the area work center.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must be able to work with flammable gas and be exposed to cutting oils and ordinary environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and moderate noise.
Applicants requiring immigration-related visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Install, remove, adjust, and repair residential and commercial gas metering equipment.
Repair residential heating and water-heating equipment.
Reconnect and disconnect gas services.
Service customer-owned gas appliances.
Investigate gas-odor complaints and provide repairs.
Install, remove, and change gas meters of various sizes and types.
Investigate high-bill complaints.
Remove, replace, and install ERT devices.
Remove, repair, replace, and install piping of various sizes and types.
Communicate effectively and professionally with customers regarding complaints.
Respond to on-call emergencies and assist with emergency restoration assignments when called.