Lineworker (ALTP)

Eversource; Derry (NH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Lineworker to construct, install, and repair distribution and transmission circuits, substations, and related facilities. The role involves pole rigging, transformers, and response to outages and emergencies, with overtime during storms as needed.

Training through ALTP is provided and union membership is required. The position reports to operational leadership in New Hampshire, with duties across multiple sites within the state.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and manual skills for field work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
• Must be able to climb poles and work on energized or de-energized circuits.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, repair, maintain, and remove distribution and transmission circuits and substations.
• Rig poles on energized and de-energized circuits; install transformers and related equipment.
• Perform storm restoration and emergency assignments; respond to outages as required.
• Handle overtime during storms and maintain reliable electric service.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Finger dexterity

Effective communication

Follow instructions

Climb and work on poles

Pole safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Visa & Sponsorship

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.

Job Description

The Lineworker constructs, installs, repairs, maintains, and removes distribution and transmission circuits, substations, and associated facilities. Other duties of the position include rigging poles on both energized and de-energized circuits, installing transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors and reclosures, replacing fuses, working on underground equipment, and making repairs on energized equipment. In addition, the Lineworker may be required to perform tasks generally associated with lower rated classifications.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude, manual and finger dexterity, the ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions and climb and work on poles and structures.


• The successful candidate must be able to progress to the senior levels of this position, meet the requirements associated with standby coverage, and provide such coverage.


• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (Class A with an \"O\" endorsement), must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, and have a proven safe driving record.


• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent (GED).


• Must successfully complete the CAST aptitude test.


• Preferred: Candidates with a CDL/A License.


• Preferred: Candidates with line school experience.


• Will have storm restoration and emergency assignments.


• Individual must be available to work overtime for storm restoration and to maintain adequate and uninterrupted electric service at all times.


• The employee weight limit for this position is 300 pounds.


• This position is subject to the provisions of the Apprentice Lineworker Training Program (ALTP).


• Eligibility for union membership required; this is a union-represented position.

Compensation & Schedule

Starting Rate of Pay: $40.36 per hour.

During the 18-month training period employees will work an 8-hour schedule from 7:00am through 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Employees may, upon mutual agreement with management, work a 4/10 schedule. The specific hours of a 4/10 schedule may vary upon mutual agreement and may occur at any time or frequency throughout the year.

Employees in the ALTP will not be compensated for any travel or lodging during the 18-month period related to participation in the program.

While employees are participating in the ALTP, they will not normally be eligible for overtime during the regular work week that would interfere with their normal training schedule.

Program Details

ALTP provides effective and consistent training for Lineworkers. Employees in the program will be working and training on various line projects in various locations throughout the state. ALTP participants will be part of a cohort of individuals who remain together during an 18-month training period. After 18 months employees will report to the specific AWC for which they have been hired as an 18-month progressed Lineworker for additional training and work experience.

During the 18-month training period employees will use Legends Drive, Hooksett, New Hampshire as a base reporting location. They may also, as deemed necessary by the Company, report to specific job sites from the Tilton AWC territory south to the New Hampshire/Massachusetts border and, from the Keene AWC territory easterly to the Portsmouth AWC territory. Such reporting will take place at 7:00am unless a reporting time change is mutually agreed upon.

Union Information

Bargaining unit employees with rights to this posting will be given first consideration. This is a union represented position so anyone going into this position would be required to become a member of the union.

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

Workplace and Response

• 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.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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.