Experienced Journeyperson Lineworker- West Massachusetts

About Us

National Grid is currently seeking Rated Lineworkers (1/C and 2/C) for our

Massachusetts West

locations -

West (Central)

- Worcester, Spencer, Leominster and

West

- Monson, Athol, Northampton, North Adams, Great Barrington.

Job Purpose Position: Lineworker 1/C

Key Accountabilities

- Perform all duties of a Lineworker 1/C and/or Single Person Worker duties.

- Maybe required to handle substances considered hazardous.

- Follow all National Grid environmental policies.

- Occasionally direct and train overhead line crew personnel.

- Maintain various records and procure all stock as needed

- Install and remove common meters on single- phase services as required.

- Contribute to crew productivity, safety, and knowledge of the job.

- Be capable to act as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags

Qualifications

- Be proficient as a Lineworker 1/C as demonstrated by proficiency, testing and past performance appraisals.

- Be thoroughly familiar with all Safety Standards.

- Retain appropriate qualifications on the National Grid Switching and Tagging list.

- Be thoroughly familiar with all Construction, Operating, and Maintenance Standards, and Safety Standards and Procedures.

- Be proficient with the use of electronic devices and maintain various records, reports, and forms regarding payroll, materials used, and condition of plant, tools, and equipment.

- Demonstrate the ability to properly operate vehicles, tools, and equipment assigned to the department.

- Furnish an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.

- Retain a valid motor vehicle operator's license, which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation.

- Must have Highschool Diploma or equivalent.

- Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System hoisting certificate.

More Information

Pay Rate:

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

1/C - $56.13

2/C - $43.44

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.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.