Backhoe Operator, Gas Distribution
09/09/2024Locations Springfield, Massachusetts
Job Description
Backhoe Operator, Gas Distribution
09/09/2024Locations: Springfield, Massachusetts
POSITION: Backhoe Operator (Equipment Operator)
LOCATION: Springfield, MA
DEPARTMENT: Gas Maintenance
STARTING RATE OF PAY: $34.70 per hour
**Union Represented Position**
Job Summary:
- Performs work consistent with training provided and/or skills attained or held.
- Operates various motor vehicles and associated equipment including pay loader/backhoe, Boom Truck, Trenching Machine, Crew Trucks and Mueller machines.
- Assist in and/or perform the duties in related job series classifications; work as crew member when not operating equipment and perform other similar duties as assigned.
- May be assigned other work in accordance with Labor Agreement.
Qualifications:
- Pass DOT physical and maintain required certifications.
- Pass DOT drug screen if not currently in a covered position.
- Be in good physical condition.
- Be regular in attendance and have a good safety record.
- Have the ability to keep required records satisfactorily.
- Have good appearance and habits.
- Demonstrate the ability to competently operate all types of heavy equipment and possess and retain an unrestricted MA Vehicle Operators License, CDL Class A, and State of MA Hoisting License 2A and 1C.
- Must maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications
- Be willing to accept shift and emergency assignments and work overtime.
- Residency requirement: must live in Springfield service territory per Labor Agreement.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior heavy equipment experience required, gas distribution experience preferred.
- Must reside within 30 minutes of the Springfield Service Center location.
Schedules:
Monday – Friday, or Tuesday – Saturday as scheduled with ½ hour lunch. This schedule is subject to change for vacations, extended illness and/or in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
Wage Progression:
Eligible for automatic increase and progression in job related series for the position of Backhoe Operator, in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
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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
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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About us
Success Profile
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- 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
Backhoe Operator, Gas Distribution
09/09/2024Locations: Springfield, Massachusetts
POSITION: Backhoe Operator (Equipment Operator)
LOCATION: Springfield, MA
DEPARTMENT: Gas Maintenance
STARTING RATE OF PAY: $34.70 per hour
**Union Represented Position**
Job Summary:
- Performs work consistent with training provided and/or skills attained or held.
- Operates various motor vehicles and associated equipment including pay loader/backhoe, Boom Truck, Trenching Machine, Crew Trucks and Mueller machines.
- Assist in and/or perform the duties in related job series classifications; work as crew member when not operating equipment and perform other similar duties as assigned.
- May be assigned other work in accordance with Labor Agreement.
Qualifications:
- Pass DOT physical and maintain required certifications.
- Pass DOT drug screen if not currently in a covered position.
- Be in good physical condition.
- Be regular in attendance and have a good safety record.
- Have the ability to keep required records satisfactorily.
- Have good appearance and habits.
- Demonstrate the ability to competently operate all types of heavy equipment and possess and retain an unrestricted MA Vehicle Operators License, CDL Class A, and State of MA Hoisting License 2A and 1C.
- Must maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications
- Be willing to accept shift and emergency assignments and work overtime.
- Residency requirement: must live in Springfield service territory per Labor Agreement.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior heavy equipment experience required, gas distribution experience preferred.
- Must reside within 30 minutes of the Springfield Service Center location.
Schedules:
Monday – Friday, or Tuesday – Saturday as scheduled with ½ hour lunch. This schedule is subject to change for vacations, extended illness and/or in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
Wage Progression:
Eligible for automatic increase and progression in job related series for the position of Backhoe Operator, in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
#gasajd
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.
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