Troubleshooter Day Shift

Eversource Energy•Tilton, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Day-Shift Troubleshooter position with a 3-2-2-3 rotating schedule, working 12-hour shifts from 6 AM to 6 PM. Troubleshooters generally work as a single-man crew, identifying and isolating faulty primary and secondary equipment, operating switching devices, and working with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems. Responsibilities include clearing faulty and unsafe conditions, maintaining and restoring electrical service, connecting/disconnecting/operating portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers for emergency restoration. They also work with the Substation group to connect mobile substations, replace failed transformers, repair/re-energize primary lines, perform street light installation and repair, install/remove protective covers, conduct overhead and underground inspections, and perform substation security inspections. The role involves making current and voltage measurements, directing the work of other Lineworkers during emergencies, and applying standards and safe operating practices. The position requires familiarity with line crew work, mechanical aptitude, a thorough knowledge of the electric transmission and distribution system, and analytical, alert, and resourceful skills. The ability to climb, work outdoors in all weather conditions, perform physically demanding work, and respond to storm emergencies is essential. This is a union-represented position, requiring membership in the union upon hire.

Requirements

At least four years of line-related experience and obtaining a Lineworker I classification or the equivalent
Mechanical aptitude
Thorough knowledge of the electric transmission and distribution system
Analytical, alert, resourceful
Demonstrated safe work habits
Ability to climb
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including climbing, lifting, and working aloft in a bucket and in confined spaces
Must be able to respond to storm emergencies, extended shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Must obtain and maintain a New Hampshire High/Medium Voltage License
A Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B rating is required
Ability to obtain a CDL Class A rating with an "0" endorsement within six months of hire
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Successfully complete and pass a written and practical test before an offer is made for a Troubleshooter position (for external candidates)

Nice To Haves

Bargaining unit employees with rights to this post will be given first consideration.

Responsibilities

Identify and isolate faulty primary and secondary equipment
Operate switching devices on overhead and URD systems
Work with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems
Clear faulty and unsafe conditions
Maintain and restore electrical service
Connect, disconnect, and operate portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions
Work with the Substation group to connect mobile substations
Replace failed transformers with the assistance of another qualified person
Replace damaged or faulty services during the initial response or as a follow-up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair has been made
Repair and re-energize primary
Perform street light installation and repair
Install and remove protective covers
Perform overhead and underground inspections and patrols
Perform additional security, perimeter and emergency inspections of substations as necessary
Make current and voltage measurements as required
Direct the work of other Lineworkers assigned or necessary to assist with emergency conditions
Apply standards, operating procedures, services requirements, and safe operating practices relating to the work without reference to notes on work of a recurring nature
Operate and adjust overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections as required
Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs, which may include an Emergency Restoration assignment outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.