Field Electrician III

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. Assists with installation, testing, inspection, repairs of electrical equipment and associated facilities within Transmission and Distribution substations and associated lines.

Starting Rate of Pay: $41.52 per hour Regular Duties: Assists with installation, testing, inspection, repairing and maintenance of electrical equipment such as oil switches, circuit breakers and associated switchgear, transformers, reclosers, motors, control cables, regulators and Loadbuster tools. Assists with repairs, adjustments, maintenance, and installation of all types of line switches and motor operators.

Performs less complicated switching, grounding, and tagging for which qualified at Transmission and Distribution substations and associated lines to facilitate maintenance, operation, and restoration of service. Performs inspection of all equipment in Transmission and Distribution substations, records appropriate data in Cascade computer database.

Assists with inspection, cleaning and maintenance of substation, motor operator batteries and other battery installations within the Division. Assists with maintenance of equipment in underground network system. Assists with installations and repairs of electronic controls for reclosers, regulators and capacitor switches.

Inspects various substations to ensure that the station is, in compliance with current Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) plans. Assists System Electricians. Performs snow removal and other general maintenance, including landscaping around stations and substations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate Degree in Industrial Electricity and/or the successful completion of a recognized apprentice program, or equivalent in combined education and work experience. Other requirements include the ability to perform math functions, operate testing equipment and hand and power tools, interpret electrical drawings, work from elevated positions and within confined spaces, follow instructions and work under limited supervision.

Individual will be required to successfully complete the EEI CAST aptitude test.

Required Skills

Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity; color distinction. The ability to: communicate effectively and follow instructions; climb and work on ladders and elevated structures.

Preferred Skills

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of programs. License(s)/Certificate(s): Must possess and maintain a VALID Motor Vehicle Operator’s License required with Medical DOT certification. Bargaining unit employees with rights to this posting will be given first consideration. 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 the date shown; interested candidates must apply by previous day. #elecajd #LI-ES3 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 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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