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Welder, Gas Distribution

12/10/2024

Locations New Bedford, Massachusetts

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Welder, Gas Distribution

12/10/2024

Locations: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Position Title: Welder/Utility, Gas Distribution

Rate of Pay is $51.50 - $53.74 (when certified as a Welder)

Location: New Bedford, MA                                                                                 

SCHEDULE:   Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 4:00PM

***Union Represented Position***

ROLE & SCOPE:

The Welder/Utility is responsible for assuring that all gas construction and maintenance work that is completed is performed in accordance with Company, State, and Federal regulations.  This includes inspections, repairs, and leak survey.

The Welder/Utility is responsible for successfully completing all training, OJT Tasks and examinations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Education or equivalent.

2. Must have a current welder’s certification or one (1) year of technical school training, or one (1) year of practical experience in the type of welding associated with this position.

2. Must have three years of Gas experience including Welding/Pipefitting experience.

4. Experience working with heavy equipment.

5. Valid Drivers’ License required; CDL Drivers’ License Class A preferred.

6. CDL Drivers’ License Class A required within six months of employment.

7. Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.

8. Must have a work history that demonstrates safe work habits.

9Must pass and maintain all operator qualification requirements dictated by department.

10. Must meet OSHA requirements.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

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

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. 

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Overview

If you are looking for a hands-on career or the opportunity to lead a team, then Operations may be for you. They are the main source of providing our customers with the essential product that makes their lives easier—power. Whether you're working with electricity or natural gas, you'll use your mechanical skills in a hands-on job and deliver results to our customers on a daily basis. You'll work collaboratively with a variety of people and departments and learn about different parts of the business while making a big impact for our customers and communities. You'll receive a variety of training to help you learn how to do your job safely. Training typically includes classroom instruction, e-learning, field simulations and on-the-job learning with a peer coach.

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  • Travel between CT/MA/NH
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About us

We are Eversource

At Eversource, our mission is to safely deliver reliable energy and superior customer service to our electric, natural gas and water customers across New England. We do this ethically, respectfully and honestly to meet the expectations of our customers, regulators and ourselves.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Gas Operations team member?

Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

  • Collaborative
  • Focused
  • Team Player
  • Adaptable
  • Detail Oriented
  • Positive

Culture

  • We are dedicated to our employees and customers
  • Safety is a core value at Eversource
  • We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued

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Job Description

Welder, Gas Distribution

12/10/2024

Locations: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Position Title: Welder/Utility, Gas Distribution

Rate of Pay is $51.50 - $53.74 (when certified as a Welder)

Location: New Bedford, MA                                                                                 

SCHEDULE:   Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 4:00PM

***Union Represented Position***

ROLE & SCOPE:

The Welder/Utility is responsible for assuring that all gas construction and maintenance work that is completed is performed in accordance with Company, State, and Federal regulations.  This includes inspections, repairs, and leak survey.

The Welder/Utility is responsible for successfully completing all training, OJT Tasks and examinations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Education or equivalent.

2. Must have a current welder’s certification or one (1) year of technical school training, or one (1) year of practical experience in the type of welding associated with this position.

2. Must have three years of Gas experience including Welding/Pipefitting experience.

4. Experience working with heavy equipment.

5. Valid Drivers’ License required; CDL Drivers’ License Class A preferred.

6. CDL Drivers’ License Class A required within six months of employment.

7. Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.

8. Must have a work history that demonstrates safe work habits.

9Must pass and maintain all operator qualification requirements dictated by department.

10. Must meet OSHA requirements.

#gasajd

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

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

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. 

Apply

Benefits

Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.

Healthcare, Wellness & Disability Protection for you and your Family

  • Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, choose the coverage that is right for you and your family
  • High deductible health plan option, with generous health savings account (HSA), employer contribution, ($500 individual; $1,000 employee +1 or more)
  • Company-paid employee life and accident insurance and options to purchase additional coverage for you and your family
  • An award-winning Wellness Program provides up to $200 annually for employees and spouses to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles
  • Health and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • Sick Time, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans

Work/Life Balance Benefit Programs

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Multi-faceted Behavioral Health Program
  • Care@Work Program (child/elder care), membership/stipend for emergency services
  • Adoption Assistance (eligible employees)
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Refinancing & Student Debt Counselling
  • Voluntary benefits platform to access discounted home & auto, identity protection and pet insurance
  • Charity donation gift matching
  • Volunteer hours at local charities with rewards to our Wellness Program
  • Generous time off
  • Business Resource Groups for social connection and career development

Retirement Benefits for a Secure Future

  • 401k: Up to 100% Employer Match on first 3% of employee's contributions
  • K-Vantage: Additional Employer Contribution to the 401k based on age and years of service (2.5% to 6.5%)
  • Med-Vantage HRA: Age 40+, receive annual $1,000 contribution to an HRA for post-employment qualified medical expenses

Early Career Opportunites:

Associate Development Programs & Internship Opportunities

It's an exciting time to work in the Energy Industry! Are you interested in working in a growing, dynamic field that's helping to build the clean energy grid of the future? We also have summer internship opportunities in these areas that are great segues into the full time Development Programs upon graduation.

  • Gas Engineering Development Program
  • Transmission Development Program
  • Associate Construction Representative Program
  • Engineering Professional Development Program
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