Experienced Journeyperson Lineworker- South Massachusetts

About Us Location: South Shore

- Brockton, Quincy, Hanover

- Hopedale, Marlborough, Attleboro, Uxbridge, Somerset

Pay Rate: Pay rate will be determined based on lineworker certificate candidate possesses at time of offer.

1/C - $54.49

2/C - $42.18

Are you ready to kickstart an exciting career in our Electrical Overhead Operations department? As a first class Lineworker, you’ll embark on a journey to develop a wide range of skills while working with state-of-the-art systems that keep our operations running smoothly.

You'll be responsible to build and maintain the electrical power system, requiring several years of field experience. This advanced role involves constructing, maintaining, and repairing electrical distribution and transmission systems above and below ground. Duties include working at heights as well as climbing poles and lifting heavy equipment. Responsibilities encompass operating aerial and excavation equipment, troubleshooting system issues, setting transformers, and completing documentation and reports.

This role is part of a career progression , designed to help you develop expertise in a variety of technical areas. You’ll grow your skills step-by-step, with training and support to help you thrive.

Adventure Awaits: This isn’t your typical desk job, you’ll drive company vehicles to remote locations year-round, sometimes in challenging weather conditions, playing a critical role in storm restoration efforts.

Continuous Learning: Whether you’re a recent graduate or switching careers, you’ll receive the training and mentorship needed to succeed and grow.

Impactful Work: Be part of a team that keeps critical systems running, directly contributing to our mission of providing reliable communication and energy solutions.

If you’re safety-conscious, eager to learn, and looking for a dynamic and rewarding career, this is your chance to get started in the Electrical Operations Overhead field. No two days are the same, and the opportunities for growth are limitless!

Qualifications

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. In the event of a storm or emergency, all employees are subject to Storm Duty or Emergency restoration regardless of their position.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .