Remote

Hybrid

Cable Splicer 1st Class

Unitil Service Corp

full time

$112,320-$112,320

Lunenburg, MA11 days ago

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Unitil Service Corp

Cable Splicer 1st Class

Lunenburg, MA

full time

$112,320-$112,320

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Our Company

More than a utility company, Unitil provides energy for life.

Our work helps keep homes comfortable, businesses thriving and communities connected. Unitil is an investor-owned public utility proudly serving Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are dedicated to delivering energy to our customers safely and reliably.

Unitil is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success of Unitil is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity and value our employees.

Take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package.

Unitil offers competitive salaries, a consumer-driven health plan, dental and vision coverage, flexible work, company-paid holidays, a, robust, highly competitive retirement plan and educational assistance.

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Note: Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups

Position Purpose

To plan, supervise, and perform the activities associated with the construction, maintenance and repair of underground line extensions, services, street lighting and underground or related systems. Additionally, to provide assistance and oversight in the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment and all related systems. To perform these duties and achieve these objectives without direct supervision and to ensure that these projects are completed in a timely fashion and in accordance with Unitil Company standards. Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all necessary records, timesheets, paperwork and documentation needed for accounting, regulatory, asset management, and related purposes. Ensures that all work activities and interactions with customers reflect the highest standards for conduct and professionalism. This position falls under the Department of Transportation drug testing requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

End Results

Project Oversight and Coordination: Provides oversight, supervision and coordination of personnel, equipment and material required to accomplish project associated with electrical facilities.

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Conducts inspections for existing electric underground network systems and equipment and accurately record findings and maintenance performed.

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Conducts inspections of manholes containing underground equipment such as; energized primary and secondary conductors, transformers, switches, fault interrupters, etc. and accurately record findings and maintenance performed.

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Troubleshoots, tests and repairs underground equipment including; PILC cables, poly cable, secondary cables, network transformers, switches, interrupters, etc. This includes using fault locating equipment to locate cable failures on both primary and secondary cables.

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Installs equipment and material associated with underground rural developments including; services, secondary cable, primary cable, sector cabinets and transformers.

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Ensures customer satisfaction, proper installations and ultimately successful completion of projects.

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Prepares and ensures the timely and accurate completion of project as-built designs and records.

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Ensures all projects are completed according to company standards.

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Properly cares for and maintains company equipment such as; assigned vehicle, tools, material, etc., including timely completion of records associated with such equipment.

Cross Boundary/Interdepartmental Teamwork: Provides support for the substation crew and line crews in times of emergency and necessity.

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Assists the substation crew with the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment and materials.

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Assists the line crews during times of system emergencies and necessity.

Leadership: When upgraded to Lead Cable Splicer;

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Teaches methods and procedures involved in all phases of underground linework, as well as substation work in order to foster a workforce that is highly skilled and safety conscious.

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Communicates openly with concerns and suggestion for improvements that support company strategic plans and goals.

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Confronts issues, addresses conflict, resolves problems and recommends solutions.

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Demonstrates competencies and sense of direction and concern for customers and fellow employees.

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Committed to being consistent in word and action.

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Demonstrates self-awareness, self-regulation, passion, empathy, and social skills when interfacing with co-workers.

Capitalizes on unplanned opportunities and responds to unforeseen situations; undertakes and completes assignments and special projects as assigned by management.

Requirements

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Fully qualified as a Cable Splicer 1st Class.

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Must maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

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Requires CDL and Driver Qualification File

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Will be drug tested under the FMCSA drug pool

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Must reside within a specified geographic area in accordance with UWUA / B.U.W. Local Union #B340 contractual agreement.

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Be available for duties during times of system emergencies and trouble calls.

THIS NOTICE IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XI OF OUR AGREEMENT WITH LOCAL UNION #B340, BROTHERHOOD OF UTILITY WORKERS OF NEW ENGLAND, DATED June 1, 2022.

HOURS: Hours shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

WAGE: Ultimate Rate: $54.79 per hour, for a 40 hour week. Overtime rates in accordance with UWUA Agreement, Local #B340.

Unitil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.