Gas Distribution Technician Trainee

POSITION: Distribution Technician P/T

LOCATION: Springfield, MA

DEPARTMENT: Gas Maintenance

STARTING RATE OF PAY: $35.23

Union Represented Position

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision the Distribution Technician is responsible for performing assigned duties, in accordance with Company Safety Standards and in compliance with Company, State and Federal regulations as described in the Gas Operating and Maintenance procedures for duties described below. The Distribution Technician is responsible for successfully completing all OJT tasks and examinations as required.

- Performs work consistent with training provided and/or skills attained or held.

- Operates various motor vehicles and associated equipment including Dump Trucks, Patch Truck, Saw Truck & Road Saw, Crew and Boom Trucks.

- Assist in and/or perform the duties in related job series classifications; work as crew member when required and perform other similar duties as assigned.

- May be assigned other work in accordance with Labor Agreement

- Assist, a group of operators to install, maintain and repair underground gas mains and systems lines to provide company/customers with safe and efficient gas

- Performs repairs of gas leaks, installation or repair of gas services, installation and repairs of gas mains, including the fusing of plastic pipe, makes repairs to contractor damages, and performs investigation and general maintenance on underground facilities and working tools.

- Operates pipe locating equipment.

- Works with vehicle, pneumatic equipment, tapping, cutting and related pipefitting tools as well as other small hand tools in the performance of duties.

- Checks for proper operation of vehicle and equipment and insures adequate parts and supplies. Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Pass DOT physical and maintain required certifications

- Pass DOT drug screen

- Possess and retain unrestricted MA Vehicle Operator’s license

- Possess and retain Class A/CDL Vehicle Operator license or be willing to train and obtain license within six months from assignment to the classification.

- Possess and retain state of Massachusetts Hoisting License 2A and 1C or be willing to train and obtain

- Be in good physical condition with the ability to perform strenuous manual labor

- Pass OSHA required tests on the operation of a forklift truck and operate same

- Be regular in attendance with the ability to perform duties safely

- Be cooperative in working with and have aptitude for dealing successfully with others

- Be willing and able to accept shift and emergency assignments and work overtime

- Have the ability to keep required records satisfactorily.

- High School Diploma or GED

- Residency requirement: must live within 30 minutes of the Springfield facility.

- Must have 2 years of construction experience, gas pipeline experience preferred.

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute lunch period. This schedule is subject to change for vacations, extended illness and/or in accordance with the Labor Agreement.

WAGE PROGRESSION: Eligible for automatic increases in accordance with the Labor Agreement.

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:

Regular

Number of Openings

1

EEO 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.