System Machinist III
09/22/2026Locations South Hooksett, New Hampshire
Job Description
System Machinist III
09/22/2026Locations: South Hooksett, New Hampshire
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.
Machines, welds (MIG, Stick, and TIG) aluminum and steel, tests, repairs, installs, and maintains all types of mechanical equipment at substations and other facilities throughout the system. Performs work under direct supervision.
Starting Rate of Pay: $40.33 per hour
Regular Duties:
- Performs machining to manufacture and repair parts and equipment made from a large variety of materials
- Ability to Set up and operate manual and conventional machine tools (such as lathes, milling machines, drills, and grinders) to fabricate, modify, and repair precision parts.
- Operates fixtures for in-place field machining of large equipment.
- Installs, tests, maintains, repairs, and rebuilds mechanical equipment such as generators, air compressors, pumps, and transmission and distribution equipment.
- Installs and repairs emergency power equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, refrigeration, and heating systems.
- Performs sheet metal work, plumbing, pipefitting, and cabinet making.
- Operates bucket trucks, corner mounts, fork trucks, and overhead cranes. Performs rigging and erects staging.
- Maintain filters, piping, and all mechanical components.
- Perform maintenance on mechanical systems.
- Fabricate and install hardware.
- Take vibration readings on equipment and interpret results.
- Record vibration, temperature, pressure, voltage, and electrical readings.
- Interprets mechanical drawings and performs calculations using trade book formulas.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Education: Vocational Technical College Certificate in Machine Tool Processes or equivalent. Associate degree in Machine Tool Processes or equivalent, preferred.
Experience:
Previous welding experience: related trades experience, helpful. Emergency generator experience, preferred.
External Candidates ONLY: Minimum of 1–3 years of hands-on machining experience operating standard machine shop equipment (lathes, mills, etc.)
Required Skills:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Mechanical aptitude; manual and finger dexterity.
The ability to: communicate effectively and follow instructions; perform machinist work; competently use machine tools, hand, and power tools; interpret mechanical drawings; perform calculations with fractions and decimals; use trade book formulas; use precision measuring instruments; climb and work on ladders and elevated structures and in confined spaces.
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 with Medical DOT certification required.
Source of Direction:
Working Foreman, System Machinist; System Machinist I; System Machinist II; Supervisor, Substation Operations
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.
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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:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency 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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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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Job Description
System Machinist III
09/22/2026Locations: South Hooksett, New Hampshire
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.
Machines, welds (MIG, Stick, and TIG) aluminum and steel, tests, repairs, installs, and maintains all types of mechanical equipment at substations and other facilities throughout the system. Performs work under direct supervision.
Starting Rate of Pay: $40.33 per hour
Regular Duties:
- Performs machining to manufacture and repair parts and equipment made from a large variety of materials
- Ability to Set up and operate manual and conventional machine tools (such as lathes, milling machines, drills, and grinders) to fabricate, modify, and repair precision parts.
- Operates fixtures for in-place field machining of large equipment.
- Installs, tests, maintains, repairs, and rebuilds mechanical equipment such as generators, air compressors, pumps, and transmission and distribution equipment.
- Installs and repairs emergency power equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, refrigeration, and heating systems.
- Performs sheet metal work, plumbing, pipefitting, and cabinet making.
- Operates bucket trucks, corner mounts, fork trucks, and overhead cranes. Performs rigging and erects staging.
- Maintain filters, piping, and all mechanical components.
- Perform maintenance on mechanical systems.
- Fabricate and install hardware.
- Take vibration readings on equipment and interpret results.
- Record vibration, temperature, pressure, voltage, and electrical readings.
- Interprets mechanical drawings and performs calculations using trade book formulas.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Education: Vocational Technical College Certificate in Machine Tool Processes or equivalent. Associate degree in Machine Tool Processes or equivalent, preferred.
Experience:
Previous welding experience: related trades experience, helpful. Emergency generator experience, preferred.
External Candidates ONLY: Minimum of 1–3 years of hands-on machining experience operating standard machine shop equipment (lathes, mills, etc.)
Required Skills:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Mechanical aptitude; manual and finger dexterity.
The ability to: communicate effectively and follow instructions; perform machinist work; competently use machine tools, hand, and power tools; interpret mechanical drawings; perform calculations with fractions and decimals; use trade book formulas; use precision measuring instruments; climb and work on ladders and elevated structures and in confined spaces.
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 with Medical DOT certification required.
Source of Direction:
Working Foreman, System Machinist; System Machinist I; System Machinist II; Supervisor, Substation Operations
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:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.
