Previous experience as a Meter Service Mechanic or equivalent
Hold one of the following licenses: Preferred: S1, S2, S3, S4; Second Preference: S5, S6, S7, S8, P1, P2; Acceptable: D1, D2; Minimally Acceptable: G1, G2 (or, for internal Eversource employees, at least 10 years of experience as a fully qualified Gas Meter Service Mechanic)
Ability to perform inspections of non-handicapped accessible areas
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to lift and move material in excess of 50 lbs
Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights
Visual acuity sufficient to perform wiring tasks, including cable color-code discernment
Familiarity with MS Windows based applications and data input
Availability to work extensive overtime when required and a rotating day and evening shift
Reside within 30 minutes of the area work center
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Become a member of the union
Responsibilities
Install, remove, adjust, and repair all types of residential and commercial gas metering equipment, including repair of residential heating and water heating equipment
Reconnect and disconnect gas services
Service customer-owned gas appliances
Investigate gas odor complaints and provide repair
Install, remove, and change various sizes and types of gas meters
Investigate high bill complaints
Remove, replace, and install ERT devices
Remove, repair, replace, and install various sizes and types of piping
Communicate effectively and professionally with customer complaints at all levels
Responsible for on-call emergency responses
Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs (Emergency Restoration assignment)