Utility Worker

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a

Life and Travel Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. is seeking a Utility Worker to support various operating districts. This entry-level feeder role involves helping with manual labor, material handling, vehicle operation and basic site maintenance across the service territory.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, be able to lift heavy items, pass a pre-employment physical/drug test, and possess a valid driver’s license. CDL may be required after employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency degree required.
• Must be able to lift and handle heavy materials and work with little supervision.
• Must be fit as evidenced by pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Must be able to perform simple clerical work.
• Valid driver’s license; candidates without a Class A CDL must obtain one upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with manual labor tasks in operating districts.
• Handle material, tools and equipment; load/unload trucks.
• Drive cars and trucks as needed.
• Cut grass, brush, ice, and snow; sweep and clean areas.
• Rake, scrape, dig, trench, backfill and perform related labor tasks.
• Operate equipment as required by supervisors and higher classified employees.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Valid driver's license

Physical fitness/pre-employment exam

Education

High school diploma or equivalency degree

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
• Life and Travel Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is a Utility Worker?

Utility Workers perform and assist with manual labor work in any of our operating districts throughout the Central Hudson service territory. The Utility Worker position is an individual contributor role and is considered a feeder position for our various union positions such as power line technician, gas mechanic, electrician, etc.

What does a Utility Worker do?

Under general supervision and as assigned, assists employees of all classifications in the performance of their work and performs manual and laboring work such as but not limited to:

• Handling material, tools and equipment
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Driving cars and trucks
• Cutting grass and brush
• Cutting ice and shoveling snow
• Sweeping and cleaning
• Raking racks, scraping paint, digging, trenching, backfilling, shoveling, lifting, carrying, flagging, traffic control, etc.
• Operating equipment not specifically limited to operation by higher classified employees

What does it take be a Utility Worker? Required:

• High school diploma or equivalency degree
• Must be able to lift and handle heavy materials, follow instructions and work with little supervision
• Must be fit as evidenced by pre-employment physical and drug test
• Must be able to do simple clerical work
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful candidates not in possession of a Class A CDL must obtain one upon employment

Preferred:

• Technical schooling and/or related electrical or mechanical experience
• Class A CDL

Applications will be accepted until November 6, 2026. All incumbents start at the same pay rate per the collective bargaining agreement. Pay Rate: $32.17 to $33.87 / hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR

Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.