Lineworker 1C

About us

National Grid is currently seeking Rated Lineworkers (1/C and 2/C) in Leominster MA.

Job Purpose

Launch Your Career as a Rated Lineworker

Are you ready to kickstart an exciting career in our Electrical Overhead Operations department As a first class Lineworker youll embark on a journey to develop a wide range of skills while working with state-of-the-art systems that keep our operations running smoothly.

What Youll Do

Youll be responsible to build and maintain the electrical power system requiring several years of field experience. This advanced role involves constructing maintaining and repairing electrical distribution and transmission systems above and below ground. Duties includeworking at heights as well as climbing poles and lifting heavy equipment. Responsibilities encompass operating aerial and excavation equipment troubleshooting system issues setting transformers and completing documentation and reports.

Your Career Journey

This role is part of a career progression designed to help you develop expertise in a variety of technical areas. Youll grow your skills step-by-step with training and support to help you thrive.

Why Join Us

Adventure Awaits: This isnt your typical desk job youll drive company vehicles to remote locations year-round sometimes in challenging weather conditions playing a critical role in storm restoration efforts.

Continuous Learning: Whether youre a recent graduate or switching careers youll receive the training and mentorship needed to succeed and grow.

Impactful Work: Be part of a team that keeps critical systems running directly contributing to our mission of providing reliable communication and energy solutions.

Are You Ready to Take the Leap

If youre safety-conscious eager to learn and looking for a dynamic and rewarding career this is your chance to get started in the Electrical Operations Overhead field. No two days are the same and the opportunities for growth are limitless!

Key Accountabilities

• Perform all duties of a Lineworker 1/C and/or Single Person Worker duties.
• Maybe required to handle substances considered hazardous.
• Follow all National Grid environmental policies.
• Occasionally direct and train overhead line crew personnel.
• Maintain various records and procure all stock as needed
• Install and remove common meters on single- phase services as required.
• Contribute to crew productivity safety and knowledge of the job.
• Be capable of acting as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags

Qualifications

• Must be a Lineworker 1/c or 2/c as demonstrated by proficiency testing and past performance appraisals.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Retain appropriate qualifications on the National Grid Switching and Tagging list.
• Be thoroughly familiar with all Construction Operating and Maintenance Standards and Safety Standards and Procedures.
• Be proficient with the use of electronic devices and maintain various records reports and forms regarding payroll materials used and condition of plant tools and equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to properly operate vehicles tools and equipment assigned to the department.
• Furnish an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.
• Retain a valid motor vehicle operators license which does not restrict driving as to type oftransmission or hours of operation.
• Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System Hoisting certificate.

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