Electrical Troubleshooter - Day Shift, Line & Substation

Eversource; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Troubleshooter in Hooksett, NH for a day shift (6am–6pm) on a 3-2-2-3 rotation. The role involves identifying and isolating faulty equipment, coordinating with field crews, and restoring electric service under emergencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NH high/medium voltage license, CDL-B, and ability to work outdoors in all weather. Union membership applies, with emergency restoration assignments.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with line crew work gained through a total of at least four years’ line related experience and obtaining a Lineworker I classification or the equivalent is required.
• Must obtain and maintain a New Hampshire High/Medium Voltage License.
• A Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B rating is required.

Responsibilities

• identifying and isolating faulty primary and secondary equipment
• operating switching devices on overhead and URD systems
• work with Field Electricians on overhead and underground systems
• clearing faulty and unsafe conditions including maintaining, restoring electrical service
• connecting, disconnecting, and operating portable transformers, generators, and temporary primary jumpers to restore service under emergency or urgent conditions
• working with the Substation group to connect mobile substations
• replacing failed transformers with the assistance of another qualified person
• replacing damaged or faulty services during the initial response or as a follow up corrective maintenance after a temporary repair has been made
• repairing and re-energizing primary
• performing street light installation and repair
• installing and removing protective covers
• performing overhead and underground inspections and patrols and performing additional security, perimeter and emergency inspections of substations as necessary
• making current and voltage measurements as required
• directing the work of other Lineworkers assigned or necessary to assist with emergency conditions
• applying standards, operating procedures, services requirements, and safe operating practices relating to the work without reference to notes on work of a recurring nature
• operating and adjusting overhead and pad-mounted controlled equipment inspections as required

Skills

Lineworker I

Mechanical aptitude

Climb required

Outdoor work

Emergency storm response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B

CDL Class A (0 endorsement)

NH High/Medium Voltage License

Job description

Eversource is seeking a Troubleshooter in Hooksett, NH for a day shift (6am–6pm) on a 3-2-2-3 rotation. The role involves identifying and isolating faulty equipment, coordinating with field crews, and restoring electric service under emergencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NH high/medium voltage license, CDL-B, and ability to work outdoors in all weather. Union membership applies, with emergency restoration assignments.