Line Mechanic Fully Qualified (Hadley, MA)

Eversource; Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Fully Qualified Line Mechanic in Hadley, MA. The role requires at least one year of experience, a high school diploma, CAST test, a valid driver's license, and a CDL.

The job involves transmission work, potential overtime, and the ability to climb and use line tools. This union position (Local 455 WMECO) may require indoor/outdoor work, a four-day-ten-hour schedule, and residency within 30 minutes of Hadley.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as a Line Mechanic or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent; CAST test; CDL required/maintainable.
• Ability to climb and work on poles, ladders, and other elevated structures.

Responsibilities

• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather; perform transmission work and emergency tasks as needed.
• May require a four, ten-hour day schedule; shift work with Saturday as a work day.
• Live within 30 minutes of the Hadley, MA reporting location; operate line construction equipment.

Skills

CDL

HS Diploma

CAST Test

Driver's License

Pole Climbing

Hand/Power Tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand/Power Tools

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.

THIS IS A FULLY QUALIFIED LINE MECHANIC OPENING - location - HADLEY, MA

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must meet the following qualifications: As a Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position requires at least one year of experience a high school diploma or equivalent, pass the CAST test, possess a valid driver's license, and obtain/maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Individuals must be able to perform work assignments at the Line 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 pertinent to line construction and maintenance; and have the ability to climb and work on poles, ladders, and other elevated structures.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position will require working both indoors and outdoors, and at times under adverse weather conditions. Selected candidate must meet the physical requirements as required by medical placement examination(s); may be required to work a four, ten-hour day work schedule; will be designated a shift worker with Saturday as a work day; and must live within 30 minutes of the reporting location. This is a Union position and qualified Local 455 WMECO employees will be given first consideration. Individuals must be able to perform work assignments at the Line 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 pertinent to line construction and maintenance; and have the ability to climb and work on poles, ladders, and other elevated structures. The salary range for this position starts at Step $59.78 and progresses in accordance with the union contract.

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.

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.