Troubleshooter Day Shift

Eversource Energy • Bedford, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Troubleshooters generally work as a single man crew. Individuals will work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment, at all voltage levels, utilizing approved work methods, equipment, and tools in accordance with current training levels. Responsibilities include identifying and isolating faulty primary and secondary equipment; operating switching devices on overhead and URD systems. work with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems; clearing faulty and unsafe conditions including maintaining, restoring electrical service; connecting, disconnecting, and operating portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions. working with the Substation group to connect mobile substations; replacing failed transformers with the assistance of another qualified person; replacing damaged or faulty services during the initial response or as a follow up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair has been made; repairing and re-energizing primary; performing street light installation and repair; installing and removing protective covers; performing overhead and underground inspections and patrols and performing additional security, perimeter and emergency inspections of substations as necessary; making current and voltage measurements as required; directing the work of other Lineworkers assigned or necessary to assist with emergency conditions; applying standards, operating procedures, services requirements, and safe operating practices relating to the work without reference to notes on work of a recurring nature; operating and adjusting overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections as required. This is a Day-Shift Troubleshooter position, rotational shift 6am – 6pm. This is a 3-2-2-3 rotation. 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.

Requirements

• Familiarity with line crew work gained through a total of at least four years’ line related experience and obtaining a Lineworker I classification or the equivalent is required
• Mechanical aptitude
• Thorough knowledge of the electric transmission and distribution system
• Analytical, alert, resourceful
• Work history that demonstrates safe work habits
• Ability to climb is required
• 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
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• External candidates must successfully complete and pass a written and practical test before an offer is made for a Troubleshooter position
• Must become a member of the union

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Identifying and isolating faulty primary and secondary equipment
• Operating switching devices on overhead and URD systems
• Working with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems
• Clearing faulty and unsafe conditions including maintaining, restoring electrical service
• Connecting, disconnecting, and operating portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions
• Working with the Substation group to connect mobile substations
• Replacing failed transformers with the assistance of another qualified person
• Replacing damaged or faulty services during the initial response or as a follow up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair has been made
• Repairing and re-energizing primary
• Performing street light installation and repair
• Installing and removing protective covers
• Performing overhead and underground inspections and patrols
• Performing additional security, perimeter and emergency inspections of substations as necessary
• Making current and voltage measurements as required
• Directing the work of other Lineworkers assigned or necessary to assist with emergency conditions
• Applying standards, operating procedures, services requirements, and safe operating practices relating to the work without reference to notes on work of a recurring nature
• Operating and adjusting overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections as required
• Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs
• Assisting during an emergency outside of normal responsibilities, work hours and location

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED