Overhead Hot Stick Troubleshooter

Eversource Energy•Yarmouth, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Eversource is seeking an Overhead Hot Stick Troubleshooter to join their Electric Service department. This union-represented position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of electric transmission and distribution systems, focusing on service continuity. The role involves working in the field, often under abnormal system conditions, on energized and de-energized lines and equipment at all voltage levels, utilizing approved methods, equipment, and tools. The job requires adherence to a culture of safety at all times. Work is performed in stations, buildings, and the field, involving inspection, operation, and clearing of faulty or unsafe conditions on transmission, distribution, and street lighting systems, apparatus, and equipment, requiring considerable independent judgment. The Troubleshooter must work safely and productively, adhering to Eversource standards and work methods to ensure high-quality work. This role assumes the responsibilities of all lower classifications of an Overhead Line Worker. Candidates must be aware that this role may require responding to emergency situations outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and locations as part of an Emergency Restoration assignment.

Requirements

Valid CDL Class B Driver’s License to Operate Commercial Motor Vehicles
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must have mechanical aptitude, a thorough knowledge of the electric transmission & distribution system, be analytical, alert, resourceful, and a work history that demonstrates safe work habits.
Must pass EEI testing (CAST test) and successful completion of a technical and behavioral interview including knowledge based exam and physical prescreen.
Ability to perform moderately heavy physical work outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.
At least 3 years of Journeyman Overhead Lineman experience working on energized and de-energized lines and must have a thorough understanding of operating and construction standards.

Responsibilities

Operates primary and secondary fault locating equipment and locates failures, principally on overhead and URD systems, and occasionally on the underground system when necessary.
Operates switching devices on overhead systems, pad-mount equipment, and occasionally in manholes and vaults when necessary.
Clears faulty and unsafe conditions including maintaining or restoring electrical service.
Connects, disconnects and operates portable transformers, generators and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions.
Replaces failed single phase transformers <= 50kVA with assistance of another qualified individual.
Performs short duration maintenance tasks such as battery replacement, control cable replacement, and other similar activities.
As a single crew replaces damaged or faulty services during the initial response or as follow up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair has been made.
Re-installs single phase primary phases as a single troubleshooter or three phase primary as a multi-person crew with the exception of spacer cable messenger work.
Installs & repairs rubber protective equipment.
Operates and adjusts overhead and pad mounted control equipment.
Performs overhead distribution, system, and transmission line patrols and inspections, including transmission right of way patrols.
Performs overhead and pad-mount equipment inspections.