Working Foreman-Line (Rubber Glover)

Eversource Energy•Rochester, NH

2d•$66•Onsite

About The Position

The Working Foreman is responsible for the supervision of line crew(s) involved in the installation, maintenance and repairs of the underground and overhead electric distribution system and oversee equipment, materials, and record-keeping. Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Requirements

Knowledge of and the ability to apply electrical theory
Complete working understanding of Company line work practices and policies is required.
Ability to become a certified rubber glover of 34.5 kV.
Employee weight limit for this position is 300 pounds.
Must live within 30 minutes of the Area Work Center
Requires mechanical aptitude, manual and finger dexterity,
Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and climb and work on poles and structures.
To qualify for the position an individual must meet the requirements associated with standby coverage, and provide such coverage
Minimum of three (3) years as a Line-worker I (RG 34.5).
Commercial Driver's license (Class A with Special Trailer Endorsement) and a safe driving record is also required

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises line crew(s) involved in the installation, maintenance and repairs of the underground and overhead electric distribution system
Oversees equipment, materials, and record-keeping duties to include completion of time sheets for crew members as well as tailboard documentation.
Trains, instructs, and mentors Line-workers to ensure that safety rules and procedures are followed
Evaluates the performance of each crew member and initiates additional training or corrective action as may be necessary to bring performance up to standard
Recommend promotions, demotions and discipline through proper documentation
Coordinates and schedules work assignments
Conducts tailboards, and truck and trailer inspections
Ensures all work is completed in a timely manner, on schedule, and within budget
Provides first response coverage to off-hour emergency trouble calls and investigates, corrects, and clears trouble.
In the event of high trouble call volume, ensures proper staffing has been accomplished
Accepts standby duty responsibilities throughout the year, which consists of being available via telephone and/or pager during this duty; accepts temporary responsibility for Field Supervisor-Lines and Supervisor-Distribution Lines in the daily operation of the Area Work Center in their absence
Works with emergency services, such as fire and police to accomplish a safe environment
Enforces Company environmental policies and procedures on each job site
Identifies appropriate procedural methods; and make decisions based on analysis of information
Works effectively with subordinates; superiors, interfacing departments and vendors
Analyzes operational methods and develops improved procedures as needed
Interprets Company policies, procedures and practices
Performs the duties of a Line-worker I (RG 34.5)