Troubleshooter-Mid Shift

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered.

About the Role

Troubleshooters generally work as a single-person crew. Individuals will work on energized and de-energized lines and equipment at all voltage levels, utilizing approved work methods, equipment, and tools in accordance with current training levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify and isolate faulty primary and secondary equipment
• Operate switching devices on overhead and URD systems
• Work with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems
• Clear faulty and unsafe conditions, including maintaining and restoring electrical service
• Connect, disconnect, and operate portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions
• Work with the Substation group to connect mobile substations
• Replace failed transformers with the assistance of another qualified person
• Replace damaged or faulty services during initial response or as follow-up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair
• Repair and re-energize primary systems
• Perform street light installation and repair
• Install and remove protective covers
• Perform overhead and underground inspections and patrols
• Conduct additional security, perimeter, and emergency inspections of substations as necessary
• Make current and voltage measurements as required
• Direct the work of other Lineworkers assigned or necessary to assist with emergency conditions
• Apply standards, operating procedures, service requirements, and safe operating practices
• Operate and adjust overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections as required

Requirements

• Familiarity with line crew work gained through at least four years’ line-related experience and obtaining a Lineworker I classification or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude and thorough knowledge of the electric transmission and distribution system
• Analytical, alert, and resourceful with a work history demonstrating safe work habits
• Ability to climb and perform physically demanding work, including lifting, working aloft in a bucket, and in confined spaces
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night
• Must respond to storm emergencies, extended shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Must obtain and maintain a New Hampshire High/Medium Voltage License
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B rating required
• Ability to obtain a CDL Class A rating with an "0" endorsement within six months of hire
• Must successfully complete and pass a written and practical test before an offer is made

Bargaining unit employees with rights to this post will be given first consideration to be tested by order of seniority. This is a union-represented position, and membership in the union is required.

Schedule

This is a mid-shift Troubleshooter position with a rotational shift of 10 AM – 10 PM on a 3-2-2-3 rotation.

Pay

Starting rate of pay: $63.24 per hour.