Line Helper, Pittsfield, MA
02/26/2025Locations Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Job Description
Line Helper, Pittsfield, MA
02/26/2025Locations: Pittsfield, Massachusetts
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. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service. ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!
Staring hourly rate: $35.70 progresses in accordance with the union contract.
Union Represented position which includes a six (6) month probationary period
Initial basic school training will be based out of Berlin CT for approximately five-weeks. Successful completion of this five-week school is required to advance to the field training portion of the program. This includes successfully passing a written and hands-on pole climbing assessment and performing a successful timed pole top rescue.
The Line Helper is an entry-level position where an individual will learn to perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the overhead electric system. He or she will be acquiring the necessary knowledge and experience required to progress through the established Line Helper steps. Individuals must be able to perform work assignments at the apprentice line worker level including distribution and/or transmission work; work emergency and overtime when the need exists; candidate must demonstrate safe working practices; have the mechanical ability to use hand/power tools, and equipment pertinent to line construction and maintenance; and can climb and work on poles, ladders, and other elevated structures.
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or the equivalent is required and additional electrical technical training is preferred.
Candidates must successfully pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST) Test, an agility assessment, and a knowledge -based exam. An interview will also be held.
The candidate will be required to have the ability to work extended hours, weekends, emergency responses and on call assignments.
The successful candidate must live within 30 minutes of the reporting location.
Experience: Two (2) years of electrical experience, physical work experience, and/or related mechanical experience. Candidates who have graduated from a line school training program or an Eversource Lineworker program could be considered with less than two (2) years of work experience. Prior pole and climbing experience is preferred. Must have a work history that demonstrates safe work habits.
Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license is required with a clean driving record. It is preferred that individuals hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), but are required to have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Working Conditions:
Will be required to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.
Have the ability to:
stand a minimum of five to six hours on the ground – may be in a bucket on a line truck or at the top of a distribution pole
sit for a minimum of two to three hours – may be driving a truck or sitting in a manhole or an underground vault
move frequently to unload equipment and to install/maintain/repair equipment
lift up and push/pull up to 75 pounds
climb or use authorized equipment to reach various heights and breadths
frequently and repetitively bend/stoop/squat
differentiate between colors (color vision).
Have Manual dexterity to operate small hand tools, turn small knobs, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to gain knowledge of:
the methods, materials, and tools in line construction and maintenance work
the principles of electric theory as applied to electrical circuits and wire systems
the occupational hazards of the trade and of adequate and necessary safety precautions.
light construction and maintenance equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, along with the ability to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
Ability to analyze and solve problems and to observe and interpret situations.
Ability to learn and apply new information or new skills, while working under deadlines with constant interruptions
Visit our career site for an overview of benefits.
Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.
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Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
2EEO 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
If you are looking for a hands-on career or the opportunity to lead a team, then Operations may be for you. We 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 includes classroom instruction, e-learning, field simulations and on-the-job learning with a peer coach.
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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
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- 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
Line Helper, Pittsfield, MA
02/26/2025Locations: Pittsfield, Massachusetts
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. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service. ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!
Staring hourly rate: $35.70 progresses in accordance with the union contract.
Union Represented position which includes a six (6) month probationary period
Initial basic school training will be based out of Berlin CT for approximately five-weeks. Successful completion of this five-week school is required to advance to the field training portion of the program. This includes successfully passing a written and hands-on pole climbing assessment and performing a successful timed pole top rescue.
The Line Helper is an entry-level position where an individual will learn to perform work involved in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the overhead electric system. He or she will be acquiring the necessary knowledge and experience required to progress through the established Line Helper steps. Individuals must be able to perform work assignments at the apprentice line worker level including distribution and/or transmission work; work emergency and overtime when the need exists; candidate must demonstrate safe working practices; have the mechanical ability to use hand/power tools, and equipment pertinent to line construction and maintenance; and can climb and work on poles, ladders, and other elevated structures.
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or the equivalent is required and additional electrical technical training is preferred.
Candidates must successfully pass the EEI Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST) Test, an agility assessment, and a knowledge -based exam. An interview will also be held.
The candidate will be required to have the ability to work extended hours, weekends, emergency responses and on call assignments.
The successful candidate must live within 30 minutes of the reporting location.
Experience: Two (2) years of electrical experience, physical work experience, and/or related mechanical experience. Candidates who have graduated from a line school training program or an Eversource Lineworker program could be considered with less than two (2) years of work experience. Prior pole and climbing experience is preferred. Must have a work history that demonstrates safe work habits.
Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license is required with a clean driving record. It is preferred that individuals hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), but are required to have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Working Conditions:
Will be required to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.
Have the ability to:
stand a minimum of five to six hours on the ground – may be in a bucket on a line truck or at the top of a distribution pole
sit for a minimum of two to three hours – may be driving a truck or sitting in a manhole or an underground vault
move frequently to unload equipment and to install/maintain/repair equipment
lift up and push/pull up to 75 pounds
climb or use authorized equipment to reach various heights and breadths
frequently and repetitively bend/stoop/squat
differentiate between colors (color vision).
Have Manual dexterity to operate small hand tools, turn small knobs, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to gain knowledge of:
the methods, materials, and tools in line construction and maintenance work
the principles of electric theory as applied to electrical circuits and wire systems
the occupational hazards of the trade and of adequate and necessary safety precautions.
light construction and maintenance equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, along with the ability to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
Ability to analyze and solve problems and to observe and interpret situations.
Ability to learn and apply new information or new skills, while working under deadlines with constant interruptions
Visit our career site for an overview of benefits.
Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.
#elecajd
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
2EEO 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.
