Line Mechanic at Eversource Energy

Canaan, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Utilities, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • At least one year of experience as a Fully Qualified Line Mechanic
  • Ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers
  • Ability to direct the work of others when assigned
  • Rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV
  • Physically able to perform essential duties (construction, operation, maintenance of electric system; working aloft on poles or ground/pad mounted structures)
  • Ability to effectively interact, communicate, and direct the work of co-workers
  • Available to perform overtime and emergency work as required
  • Live within one half hour of the reporting location and be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour during trouble call assignment
  • Preferred: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with satisfactory clean driving record
  • Successfully pass written assessment and overhead physical agility assessment

Responsibilities

  • Installation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment
  • Working aloft on electric utility poles or on ground and pad mounted structures
  • Responding to emergency situations, including Emergency Restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pole ClimbingLineman ClimbersRubber GlovingHigh Voltage DistributionOverhead Power LinesUnderground Power LinesElectrical RepairElectrical Maintenance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Line Mechanic position?

The salary range starts at $54.68 and progresses in accordance with the union contract.

Is this a remote position, or are there location requirements?

This is not a remote position; candidates must live within one half hour of the reporting location and be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour during trouble call assignments.

What are the key skills and qualifications required for this Line Mechanic role?

Candidates need at least one year of experience, the ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers, rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV, and the ability to direct the work of others. A high school diploma or GED is required, and a valid CDL with a clean driving record is preferred.

What is the company culture like at Eversource Energy?

The company emphasizes building trusting relationships, fostering teamwork and cross-functional collaboration, focusing on the customer, and creating an engaged workforce, with a mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service.

What makes a strong application for this Line Mechanic position?

Strong candidates will submit a resume with their application, have at least one year of experience, pass the written assessment and overhead physical agility assessment, and prioritize bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract.

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