Gas Meter Service Technician

Service Technician D

Department: Gas Meter Service

Location: Somerville, MA

Starting Rate of Pay: $36.99

Currently Posted Hours: Shifts May Be Required

**Union Represented Position**

Role and Scope:

Under general supervision, the Gas Service Technician D is responsible for performing assigned duties including install, set, remove, transfer, turn on and turn off meters; diagnose problems, meter, appliance relighting, maintenance & inspection and other assigned work, in accordance with Company Safety Standards, and in compliance with Company, State, and Federal Codes and Regulations for duties described. Gas Service Technician D is responsible for successfully completing all OJT tasks and examinations as required.

Qualifications:

1. Must pass the EEI CAST Test.

2. This position will require the satisfactory completion of a pre-screening (for new hires), completion of company training programs, evaluations and written test.

3. Qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment/pre-placement drug test in accordance with D.O.T regulations.

4. Must possess a valid Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.

5. High School Diploma or GED required. Vocational, mechanical, or plumbing training is highly preferred

6. Ability to work independently and outdoors in all types of varying weather conditions. Must be physically capable of walking long distances while carrying gas meters/tools.

7. Must have 2 years of related mechanical experience, gas utility experience preferred.

8. Must have a history of safe working habits.

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

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

2

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 and Affirmative Action 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