Experienced Journeyperson Lineworker- West Massachusetts

National Grid

The Role

Overview

Perform lineworker duties including installation, maintenance, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • linework duties
  • meter installation
  • equipment operation
  • record keeping
  • crew training
  • hazardous materials

Tasks

-Perform all duties of a Lineworker 1/C and/or Single Person Worker duties. -Install and remove common meters on single- phase services as required. -Follow all National Grid environmental policies. -Occasionally direct and train overhead line crew personnel. -Maintain various records and procure all stock as needed -Demonstrate the ability to properly operate vehicles, tools, and equipment assigned to the department. -Furnish an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone. -Maybe required to handle substances considered hazardous.

Requirements

  • driver's license
  • safety standards
  • high school
  • switching tagging
  • lineworker i
  • dot health

What You Bring

-Retain a valid motor vehicle operator's license, which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation. -Be thoroughly familiar with all Construction, Operating, and Maintenance Standards, and Safety Standards and Procedures. -Must have Highschool Diploma or equivalent. -Retain appropriate qualifications on the National Grid Switching and Tagging list. -Be proficient as a Lineworker 1/C as demonstrated by proficiency, testing and past performance appraisals. -Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System hoisting certificate. -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. -Be thoroughly familiar with all Safety Standards. -Be capable to act as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags

The Company

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Gas Transmission

Gas Distribution

Hydrogen Transmission

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

Infrastructure

Renewable Energy

Wind

Solar

Nuclear

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Utilities

Transport

Water Resources

Government

Heavy Civil

Marine