Location: Newtown,CT, USA
Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England. We support 4.4 million customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service. ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!!THIS IS A FULLY QUALIFIED LINE MECHANIC POSITION A Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position requires at least one year of experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.A line mechanic is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This includes working aloft on electric utility poles or on ground and pad mounted structures. Must have the ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman's climbers; and the ability to direct the work of others when assigned are required. The selected candidate must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV is a requirement. The individual will be required, during periods of trouble call assignment, to be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour.The salary range for this position starts at $53.09 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits. This position will consist of 4-10s schedule, Monday - Thursday, 6am - 4 pm. The show up remote location/job site every day of the week (currently our show up sites are in Oxford and Watertown).POSITION DESCRIPTION:The individual will perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system.Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. In addition, this position is being posted internally and externally. Candidates must successfully pass the written assessment and the overhead physical agility assessment.Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.#elecajdWorker Type:RegularNumber of Openings:1EEO StatementEversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.VEVRRA Federal ContractorEmergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.