Electrician - Fully Qualified (East Hampton, CT)

Fully Qualified Electrician Position

Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England. We support 4.4 million Gas and Electric customers across CT, MA, and NH. We're proud to provide safe, reliable service to 4.3 million electricity, natural gas, and water customers. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service. ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!!

This is a Fully Qualified Electrician Position. Under the direction of the Electrician Supervisor, installs, operates, repairs, and maintains electrical equipment in substations, power stations and customer installations within assigned area.

The physical demands of this position range from LIGHT to HEAVY. This position involves installing, maintaining and repairing a variety of electrical equipment. These include but are not limited to : operating aerial lifts, test, calibrate, and maintain controls, meters, relays, and switches, install and maintain transformers, capacitors, transducers, reclosers, breakers, and control panels, as well as troubleshoot wiring circuits, voltage regulators, and other electronic equipment. These are completed in accordance with all applicable OSHA regulations, distribution construction standards, and established schedules and safety procedures at Eversource. Standing, walking, lifting, carrying and reaching are performed on a frequent basis. Bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling and twisting are performed on an occasional to frequent basis. The heaviest physical demands are required during the moving and handling of 55-gallon drums, capacitor cans, recloser control boxes, bushings, and nitrogen tanks. These activities require handling of up to 25-pounds on a frequent basis, 50-100 pounds on an occasional basis. Heavier tasks may require the assistance of (2) or more co-workers. The work schedule is five (5) eight (8) hour days Monday through Friday.

Candidate must demonstrate safe working practices, can climb and be able to work from heights and in confined and enclosed spaces. Candidates are required to make themselves available at their reporting base within approximately one hour during periods of trouble call assignments.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Commercial driver's (CDL) and Hazmat endorsement.
• Must be physically able to perform the "essential duties" of the Electrician position.
• Must be able to read, write and interpret documents in the English language.
• Must be able to effectively interact, communicate, and direct the work of other co-workers.
• Must be available for trouble call assignment.

Performs work in connection with the installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment in substations, power stations, and on customer installations within an assigned area. Fully Qualified Electrician with CDL and Hazmat endorsement or the ability to obtain both. Individual will be expected to be available for routine overtime and emergency work.

Must possess a valid driver's license. Candidate must pass the CAST Test and an agility assessment. Candidates also must possess an E1 or E2 license or have successfully completed the TMP (time merit progression) for Electrician.

Bargaining unit employees within the Teal Book with contractual rights to this position will be given first consideration.

The salary range for this position starts at $53.36 an hour and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Please visit our career site for an overview of benefits.

Please include a resume when completing your application on line.

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 : 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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