Underground Lineworker Class III

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

LOCAL 369 POSTING #: 3129

POSITION: 15 – Underground Lineworker Class III

DEPARTMENT: Electric Operations, Maintenance & Construction       

LOCATION: Mass Ave (Training Conducted @ Wareham Location)

RATES OF PAY: $38.21 –42.50 – 44.78                                                                     

CURRENTLY POSTED HOURS: Various

SCHEDULE: Various

REMARKS:        

Responsible for the inspecting, installing, constructing, maintaining, and repairing of underground plant and equipment.  Performs functions associated with cable & conduit installation.  Operates trucks and equipment of any size in conjunction with inspecting, installing, connecting, disconnecting and repair of cable, conductors, and other plant and equipment.  Can assist or be assisted by personnel of a higher, equal, or lower rating for all tasks within the line of progression.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have the ability to learn: The fundamentals of electricity; the layout, functions and construction of the Company’s underground electrical system; the theory and practices of splicing, the standards and specifications for installation, maintenance, removal and repair of the underground electric system; the practices, principles of operations and the proper applications of equipment as prescribed by the Company for safety and first aid.

2.  High School education or equivalent required.

3. Must demonstrate an interest in and aptitude for splicing, cable, and conduit work and ability in underground electric systems.

4. Must have Massachusetts License to Operate Motor Vehicles, and must pass a D.O.T. physical.

5. Must obtain a Class A license before progressing to the next level

6. Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and at times for extended periods.  May be required to work various rotating shifts (any five days).

7. Must pass Company approved EEI testing (CAST) and successfully complete UG prescreen.

REPLY NO LATER THAN:           March 19, 2026

To apply for the position(s) listed, please apply online OR call the Union Job Posting Line at (781) 441-8088 OR complete a Bid Form and mail it to SUM NE350 (ATTN: Thomas Petit), no later than the closing date indicated at the bottom of each posted notice of vacancy.  You will receive an acknowledgment of your application within (3) business days when you call the Union Job Posting Line.  If you do not receive an acknowledgment, or if you have any questions, please call (781) 441-8776.

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

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Number of Openings:

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. 

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.

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