Garage Mechanic - Waterbury, CT

Eversource Energy Service Company; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a skilled garage mechanic for the second shift in Connecticut. You will inspect, maintain, and repair a range of automotive and heavy equipment, including hydraulic systems. A valid CDL and substantial hands-on experience are required to diagnose issues and perform transmission work.

Overtime and emergency response may be necessary to ensure reliable operations. Qualifications include four and a half years of experience, a high school diploma or vocational training with a

Qualifications

• Four and a half years of experience as a fully qualified garage mechanic.
• High school or vocational training plus a one-year trade school course is required.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair automotive and heavy equipment and related components.
• Diagnose operating deficiencies in automotive and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform transmission work and handle emergency and planned overtime as needed.

Skills

CDL

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or vocational school + 1-year trade school

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.

Position Requirements

• Individual must have four and one-half years of experience as a fully qualified garage mechanic.
• Education and training equivalent to graduation from high school or vocational school, supplemented by a one-year trade school course, is required.
• Individual must be qualified to hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Working hours for 2nd shift positions are Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

Position Description

Under general supervision, the individual performs various kinds of skilled and unskilled work in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of automotive and mobile or stationary, heavy-duty equipment, including any associated components and equipment. Working knowledge of the operation and construction of internal combustion engines and hydraulic assemblies required. Ability to diagnose operating deficiencies of automotive and hydraulic equipment required. First consideration will be given to individuals with contractual rights to the position. Individuals must be able to perform work assignments at the Garage Mechanic level including transmission work, work emergency, and planned overtime when the need exists; acquire a basic knowledge of the Company Safety Manual; have the mechanical ability to use hand/power tools, and equipment. To have a working knowledge of the operation and construction of internal combustion engines and hydraulic assemblies required. Ability to diagnose operating deficiencies of automotive and hydraulic equipment required. Bargaining unit employees with contractual rights to this position will be given first consideration.

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The salary range for this position starts at $52.74 and progresses in accordance with the union contract.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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.

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.

Who we are

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.