Helper Distribution -Brooklyn Greenpoint

About us

As a Helper in the Operations and Construction Department for New York City, you will experience the personal challenge of working for a world class organization and leader in the Utilities and Energy Industry.

Key Accountabilities

- Perform traffic control, flagging functions.

- Perform manual-laboring work such as digging, backfilling, breaking and removing; pavement, (asphalt /concrete).

- Helper may work with heavy pneumatic tools; Provide physical assistance for setting up and operating underground tools; work with higher-classified personnel by performing laboring functions in connection with the higher classification. This includes strenuous work through out the day (including but not limited to) squatting, walking, lifting tools and materials greater than 80lbs.

- Perform similar or less-skilled work as assigned.

- If hired, employee will be required to obtain and maintain a valid CDL license.

Qualifications

- Three years similar or related work. Plumbing experience preferred.

- Should be mechanically inclined and capable of performing strenuous work.

- Applicant will be required to demonstrate the mental ability and aptitude to progress to hire classifications.

- High School Diploma or GED.

- NOTE: Must successfully complete the following: - DOT Physical, Respirator Fit Level 1 - Pre-assessment testing, regulatory safety training, traffic control/flagger training, Gas Fundamentals training, Abnormal Operating Condition Operator qualification training, Soft-Tissue Injury Prevention training, and Helper-specific training programs.

- Candidates must possess a valid State Drivers License

- Pass Field Assessment Test

More Information

Pay Rate: $22.48 per hour

Location: Brooklyn Greenpoint

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.