POSITION:          Backhoe Operator (Equipment Operator)                        

LOCATION:         Springfield, MA

DEPARTMENT:  Maintenance                                                                                    

STARTING RATE OF PAY:  $35.74 p/hr.

**Union Represented Position**

Job Summary:

• Performs work consistent with training provided and/or skills attained or held.
• Operates various motor vehicles and associated equipment including pay loader/backhoe, Boom Truck, Trenching Machine, Crew Trucks and Mueller machines.
• Assist in and/or perform the duties in related job series classifications; work as crew member when not operating equipment and perform other similar duties as assigned.
• May be assigned other work in accordance with Labor Agreement.

Qualifications:

• Pass DOT physical and maintain required certifications.
• Pass DOT drug screen if not currently in a covered position.
• Be regular in attendance and have a good safety record.
• Have the ability to keep required records satisfactorily.
• Demonstrate the ability to competently operate all types of heavy equipment and possess and retain an unrestricted MA Vehicle Operators License, CDL Class A, and State of MA Hoisting License 2A and 1C.
• Must maintain all applicable Operator Qualifications
• Be willing to accept shift and emergency assignments and work overtime.
• Residency requirement:  must live within 30 minutes of the Springfield facility.
• Must have 2 years of construction experience, gas pipeline experience preferred.

Schedules:

Monday – Friday, or Tuesday – Saturday as scheduled with ½ hour lunch.  This schedule is subject to change for vacations, extended illness and/or in accordance with the Labor Agreement.

Wage Progression:

Eligible for automatic increase and progression in job related series for the position of Backhoe Operator, in accordance with the Labor Agreement.

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

Worker Type:

Number of Openings

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.