Line Mechanic
07/22/2025Locations Newtown, Connecticut
Job Description
Line Mechanic
07/22/2025Locations: Newtown, Connecticut
THIS IS A FULLY QUALIFIED LINE MECHANIC POSITION:
A Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position requires at least one year of experience. The ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers; and the ability to direct the work of others when assigned are required. The selected candidate must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV is a requirement. The individual will be required, during periods of trouble call assignment, to be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour.
The salary range for this position starts at $54.68 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
Hours/Days of the position is 4-10s (M – Thurs) schedule and the reporting location will be a show up site (Oxford or Litchfield).
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The individual will perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system.
Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. In addition, this position is being posted internally and externally. Candidates must successfully pass the written and the overhead physical agility assessment.
Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.
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Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings
1EEO 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.
Overview
Electric Operations is committed to providing safe and reliable electric service to Eversource customers. The organization is comprised of the following 5 major groups., Electric Field Operations, Emergency Preparedness, Planning and Scheduling, and Substation Operations and Field Engineering and Communications.
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About us
We are Eversource
Electric Operations is committed to providing safe and reliable electric service to Eversource customers. The organization is comprised of the following 5 major groups., Electric Field Operations, Emergency Preparedness, Planning and Scheduling, and Substation Operations and Field Engineering and Communications.

Success Profile
What makes a successful Electric 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
Career Path
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Job Description
Line Mechanic
07/22/2025Locations: Newtown, Connecticut
THIS IS A FULLY QUALIFIED LINE MECHANIC POSITION:
A Fully Qualified Line Mechanic position requires at least one year of experience. The ability to climb poles skillfully with Lineman’s climbers; and the ability to direct the work of others when assigned are required. The selected candidate must be qualified to hold and possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Rubber gloving of high voltage distribution systems up to 23KV is a requirement. The individual will be required, during periods of trouble call assignment, to be available at the reporting base within approximately one-half hour.
The salary range for this position starts at $54.68 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
Hours/Days of the position is 4-10s (M – Thurs) schedule and the reporting location will be a show up site (Oxford or Litchfield).
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The individual will perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system.
Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. In addition, this position is being posted internally and externally. Candidates must successfully pass the written and the overhead physical agility assessment.
Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.
#elecajd
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings
1EEO 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.
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.



