Communications & Control Worker III-L 08/08/2024

Locations: South Hooksett, New Hampshire

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Individual performs a wide variety of tasks including but not limited to assisting with the testing, maintenance, and operation of protection and control equipment including IED’s (Intelligent Electronic Devices), electromechanical and solid-state protective relaying, PLC equipment, PSNH system telecommunications equipment (including fiber optics, two-way radio, and microwave), pole top Distribution Automation equipment, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), and switchboard devices. Work will be performed under direct and limited supervision. Tasks include but are not limited to conducting field acceptance tests, installation, test, and repair of protective relays, SCADA, and telecommunications equipment. This position requires the ability to perform math functions, have a working knowledge of personal computers, interpret electrical, electronic drawings, and manufacturer's technical instruction manuals, follow instructions, have good communication skills (oral and written) and work under limited supervision. In addition, individual will perform work associated with preventive and corrective maintenance on electronic circuits, operate test equipment, hand and power tools, work from elevated positions (ladders) and within confined spaces. Position requires travel throughout the Eversource territory. Individual filling this position will be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime when offered. Individuals storm assignment will include damage assessment and services restoration. This position is one step in a multi-step progression program. 

Starting rate of pay: $39.44 per hour

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

An Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics. Individuals with a BSEE or BSET degrees are encouraged to apply. 

Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license, a clean driving record, and SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE EEI TECHNICIAN’S APPTITUDE TEST ISREQUIRED. 

Bargaining unit employees with rights to this posting will be given first consideration. This is a union represented position so anyone going into this position would be required to become a member of the union.

Note: The closing date is at 12:01 a.m. on the date shown; interested candidates must apply by previous day.

This is a union represented position so anyone going into this position would be required to become a member of the union. 

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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.