Working Foreman - Line

About the role

Supervise line crew(s) involved in the installation, maintenance and repairs of the underground and overhead electric distribution system and oversee equipment, materials, and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Supervises line crew(s) involved in the installation, maintenance and repairs of the underground and overhead electric distribution system
• Oversees equipment, materials, and record-keeping duties to include completion of time sheets for crew members as well as tailboard documentation
• Trains, instructs, and mentors Line-workers to ensure that safety rules and procedures are followed
• Evaluates the performance of each crew member and initiates additional training or corrective action as may be necessary to bring performance up to standard
• Recommends promotions, demotions and discipline through proper documentation
• Coordinates and schedules work assignments
• Conducts tailboards, and truck and trailer inspections
• Ensures all work is completed in a timely manner, on schedule, and within budget
• Provides first response coverage to off-hour emergency trouble calls and investigates, corrects, and clears trouble; ensures proper staffing during high trouble call volume
• Accepts standby duty responsibilities throughout the year, including being available via telephone and/or pager; accepts temporary responsibility for Field Supervisor-Lines and Supervisor-Distribution Lines in the daily operation of the Area Work Center in their absence
• Works with emergency services, such as fire and police to accomplish a safe environment
• Enforces Company environmental policies and procedures on each job site
• Identifies appropriate procedural methods and makes decisions based on analysis of information
• Works effectively with subordinates, superiors, interfacing departments and vendors
• Analyzes operational methods and develops improved procedures as needed
• Interprets Company policies, procedures and practices
• Performs the duties of a Line-worker I (RG 34.5)

Requirements

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of and the ability to apply electrical theory
• Complete working understanding of Company line work practices and policies
• Ability to become a certified 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
• Requires mechanical aptitude, manual and finger dexterity, ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and climb and work on poles and structures
• Must meet requirements associated with standby coverage and provide such coverage

Education

High School diploma or the equivalent and a combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Line-worker I (RG 34.5) is required.

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years as a Line-worker I (RG 34.5). Supervisory experience is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Commercial Driver's license (Class A with Special Trailer Endorsement) and a safe driving record required

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
• Will be required to work overtime when needed

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly salary rate for this position is $65.64, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with experience. Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.

Competencies

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Employment Details

• Worker Type: Regular
• Number of Openings: 1

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, meaning you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.