Overhead Lineworker (Entry)

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. Overhead Lineworker Grade C (Entry) Location: Various (Eastern, MA) Starting Rate of Pay: $42.49, after six months $43.85 Schedule: M-F, 7:30AM – 4PM **Union Represented Position** The Overhead Lineworker Grade C is the entry rating held by an employee during the period he or she is acquiring the necessary knowledge and experience required to progress through the established Overhead Lineworker ratings. Overhead Lineworkers assist in the installation, removal, inspection and repair of overhead plant and apparatus at heights not in excess of 35 feet above ground. The Overhead Lineworker Grade C will learn specifications, procedures and requirements relating to work on overhead lines and various types of overhead circuits. Successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a Company administered Overhead Lineworker School. The school lasts approximately five to six weeks and is held at our Wareham, MA location. After completing the line school, you will then spend the next three months in field training at the Walpole, Waltham, Wareham, or Yarmouth locations (location to be determined by seniority/availability). After the three months of field training, you will then be assigned a permanent location. This location will be determined by availability and seniority. Potential locations could be: Plymouth, Yarmouth, New Bedford, Walpole, Waltham, or Somerville. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: -High School Education or equivalent Experience: -Must have 2 years of electrical or related trades experience. Prior pole climbing experience preferred. -Completion of a formal Lineworker training program preferred. -Must have demonstrated ability in overhead electric systems as evidenced by successfully passing knowledge- based exam and physical prescreening. -Must pass EEI testing (CAST test) and successful completion of a technical and behavioral interview. -Must have a work history that demonstrates safe work habits. Licenses & Certifications: -Massachusetts License to Operate Motor Vehicles -Valid CDL Class B Driver’s License or equivalent Military license strongly preferred Working Conditions: -Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods. -Ability to stand a minimum of five to six hours on the ground – may be in a bucket on a line truck or at the top of a distribution pole. -Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. -Ability to push/pull weights up to 75 pounds. -Ability to climb or use authorized equipment to reach various heights and breadths. -Ability to frequently and repetitively bend/stoop/squat. 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: 15 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 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.