Electrician Helper - General Construction

Eversource Energy; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is hiring an Electrician in Western Massachusetts, within the Substation Construction Department. Candidates must have a high school diploma and MA Journeyman Electrician license, plus a valid driver's license and CDL with Hazmat endorsement (or ability to obtain).

Overtime and emergency work may be required; shift work and possible Saturdays are expected. The role requires CAST testing, the ability to work in adverse weather, and reporting to the job-site as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician license (or equivalent) required.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL with Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain.
• Overtime and emergency work availability; CAST Test may be required.
• Shift work with potential Saturdays; four 10-hour workweeks may be scheduled.
• Ability to work in inclement weather and outside assigned district; job-site reporting may be required.

Skills

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Team safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician license

Valid driver's license

CDL with Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England. We support 4.4 million Gas and Electric customers across CT, MA, and NH. We’re proud to provide safe, reliable service to 4.3 million electricity, natural gas, and water customers. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service. ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!!

Western Massachusetts Electric Company has a position available in the Substation Construction Department for an Electrician. In order to be considered for this opening, candidates must have a high school diploma, or equivalent should hold a valid Massachusetts Journeyman's Electrician license (or the equivalent) and have a valid driver's license and CDL along with Hazmat endorsement (or the ability to obtain both). Must be available to perform overtime and emergency work as required and pass the CAST Test. This position will be designated shift work with the possibility of Saturday as a workday and a four, ten-hour workweek may be scheduled. The ability to work in inclement weather and be willing to work outside of your assigned district is required. Individuals may be required to job-site report.

The salary range for this position starts at $34.15 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits. Bargaining unit employees at WMECO with contractual rights to this position will be given first consideration. This position is also being posted internally and externally.

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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
• Build trusting relationships

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

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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