Troubleshooter Day Shift

Eversource Energy•Tilton, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Day-Shift Troubleshooter position with a 3-2-2-3 rotating schedule, consisting of 12-hour shifts from 6 AM to 6 PM. The starting rate of pay is $60.78 per hour. Troubleshooters generally work as a single-person crew, performing work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment at all voltage levels using approved methods, equipment, and tools. Responsibilities include identifying and isolating faulty primary and secondary equipment, operating switching devices on overhead and URD systems, working with Field Electricians, clearing faulty and unsafe conditions, maintaining and restoring electrical service, connecting/disconnecting/operating portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency conditions, working with the Substation group to connect mobile substations, replacing failed transformers, replacing damaged or faulty services, repairing and re-energizing primary lines, performing street light installation and repair, installing and removing protective covers, performing overhead and underground inspections and patrols, performing security and emergency inspections of substations, making current and voltage measurements, directing the work of other Lineworkers during emergencies, and applying standards and safe operating practices. The role also involves operating and adjusting overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections.

Requirements

A total of at least four years of 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, and resourceful
Work history that demonstrates 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)
External candidates must successfully complete and pass a written and practical test before an offer is made
Must become a member of the union

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with line crew work

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 initial response or as follow-up corrective maintenance
Repair and re-energize primary lines
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