Working Foreman-Line (Rubber Glover)

Eversource Energy•Keene, NH

22h

About The Position

The Working Foreman-Line supervises line crews installing, maintaining, and repairing underground and overhead electric distribution systems. The role oversees equipment, materials, and crew records, and performs the duties of a Line-worker I (RG 34.5). It includes training and mentoring workers, evaluating performance, coordinating assignments, enforcing safety and environmental procedures, and ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget. The position provides first-response coverage for off-hour emergency trouble calls, accepts standby duty throughout the year, and may temporarily assume daily operational responsibilities for the Field Supervisor-Lines or Supervisor-Distribution Lines. The employee must meet standby coverage requirements, be available for emergency restoration work and overtime, and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary. The employee must live within 30 minutes of the Area Work Center. Eversource does not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, plus a combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Line-worker I (RG 34.5).
At least three years of experience as a Line-worker I (RG 34.5).
Knowledge of and ability to apply electrical theory.
Complete working understanding of company line-work practices and policies.
Ability to become certified as a 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.
Mechanical aptitude and manual and finger dexterity.
Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
Ability to climb and work on poles and structures.
Must meet standby coverage requirements and provide standby coverage.
Commercial Driver's License (Class A with Special Trailer Endorsement) and a safe driving record.
Must be available for emergency restoration assignments and travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Must be available to work overtime when needed.
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise line crews installing, maintaining, and repairing underground and overhead electric distribution systems.
Oversee equipment, materials, and record-keeping, including crew timesheets and tailboard documentation.
Train, instruct, and mentor line-workers to ensure safety rules and procedures are followed.
Evaluate crew-member performance and initiate additional training or corrective action as needed.
Recommend promotions, demotions, and discipline through proper documentation.
Coordinate and schedule work assignments.
Conduct tailboards and inspect trucks and trailers.
Ensure work is completed on time, on schedule, and within budget.
Provide first-response coverage for off-hour emergency trouble calls; investigate, correct, and clear trouble.
Ensure appropriate staffing during high trouble-call volume.
Accept standby duty throughout the year and provide coverage by telephone and/or pager.
Temporarily assume Field Supervisor-Lines and Supervisor-Distribution Lines responsibilities in their absence.
Work with emergency services, including fire and police, to maintain a safe environment.
Enforce company environmental policies and procedures at each job site.
Identify appropriate procedural methods and make decisions based on analysis of information.
Work effectively with subordinates, superiors, interfacing departments, and vendors.
Analyze operational methods and develop improved procedures as needed.
Interpret company policies, procedures, and practices.
Perform the duties of a Line-worker I (RG 34.5).
Respond to emergency restoration assignments as required.
Travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary, and work overtime when needed.