Utility Worker

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation; Stanfordville (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with _

Life and Travel Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker to perform manual labor across our service area. The role supports various trades and acts as a feeder position for higher union roles, with pay ranging per our collective bargaining agreement.

.job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy materials; pre-employment physical and drug testing are required, with CDL Class A consideration after employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and follow instructions.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Valid driver's license.
• CDL Class A may be required after employment.
• Technical schooling or electrical/mechanical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle material, tools and equipment.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Drive cars and trucks.
• Cut grass and brush.
• Cut ice and shovel snow.
• Sweep and clean.
• Rake, scrape, dig, trench, backfill, shovel, lift, carry, flag, traffic control.

Skills

Physical stamina

Ability to follow instructions

Work with little supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalency degree

Valid driver's license

Class A CDL preferred; may be required upon employment

Technical schooling and/or electrical or mechanical experience preferred

Job description

Poughkeepsie

Stanfordville

Rifton

Rhinebeck

Newburgh

Kingston

Fishkill

Eltings Corners

Catskill

Ellenville

Eltings Corners Hydro

Tannersville

Greenville

Full time

R2174

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.

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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.