Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
Individual will be responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of underground gas mains and services. This job entails physically demanding work including nearly continuous standing, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping throughout the entire shift. Responsibilities will include working in a crew of 2-3 individuals.
Position Description:
Individual will remove, repair, replace, and install various sizes and types of gas piping; investigate and repair gas odor complaints; operate various types of pavements breaking and road cutting equipment; and operate a backhoe and dump truck. The selected candidate must also perform walking leak surveys; perform underground utility mark outs; and perform drilling and tapping of various sizes and types of gas mains. Individual will be required during periods of trouble call assignment to make themselves available at their reporting base within approximately 30 minutes. Selected candidates will be subject to work shift work. Holding a Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
Starting Rate of Pay: $32.26 per hour
Principal Duties:
Position Requirements:
A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Two years of related experience is preferred for the helper level.
The selected candidate must have the ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle which includes meeting the physical and qualification requirements for a DOT Medical Card; be able to wear a respirator, or self-contained breathing apparatus; perform excavation duties including the use of pavement breaker and shovels; and have access to construction sites that are non-handicapped accessible. In addition, individual must be able to move and lift material weighing up to 60 lbs.; and must be able to perform on-call emergency response duties. The selected candidate will be exposed to environmental elements e.g., extreme heat, cold, etc., possible exposure to confined spaces, solvents, cutting oils, epoxies, flammable gases, and nuisance dusts. Floor to knuckle lifting will be a major role in this position.
Working Conditions:
Field Service: Exposure to environmental elements e.g., extreme heat, cold, etc. May be exposed to confined spaces, solvents, cutting oils, epoxies, flammable gases, and nuisance dusts. Floor to knuckle lifting will be a major job role.
This is a union represented position so anyone going into this position would be required to become a member of the union.
NOTE: The closing date is at 12:01 a.m. on date shown; interested candidates must apply by previous day.
This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position.
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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:
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 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.
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