Distribution Automation Technician

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.

Field Automation Technicians and Specialists provide technical service to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain remote terminal units for system control and data acquisition, managing the Distribution Electric Grid devices as green energy resources are integrated. This is an entry level position.

• Troubleshoot, repair and service equipment and systems associated with electrical and electronic equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring, logic and interconnection diagrams, and manufacturer documentation.
• Provide input to reports, drawings, sketches, logs and records of work performed, and make corrections to engineering drawings to reflect field changes.
• Obtain clearance, if required, from the appropriate dispatching agency to perform work on critical operating equipment or electronic systems.
• Operate electrical and electronic instruments to test and calibrate, such as voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, transmission test sets, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, communications service monitors, and multi‑meters.
• Identify and analyze communications problems/failures on systems including leased telephone facilities or internal communication circuits; report and explain details to carriers or inter‑personnel; return equipment to service following repair.
• Program and troubleshoot machine language, firmware, software and protocols to interface with and communicate with equipment.
• Create and update configuration and drawing files for the SCADA system pertaining to circuit breakers, reclosers, line sensors, fault locators, smart switches, feeder metering, alarm dialers and other Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs).
• Maintain compliance with Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) systems and keep an annual CIP certification.
• Be available for on‑call and storm assignments.

• Knowledge of electrical and electronic components, circuitry and systems.
• Ability to use computer‑based technology with various operating systems.
• Skill and manual dexterity in making repairs, adjustments and modifications to equipment, with familiarity of testing and measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of specialized instrumentation use and application; working familiarity with electrical and electronic testing and measurement techniques.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of CONVEX switching and tagging procedures (preferred).
• Working knowledge of Eversource safety rules and practices.

• Associate’s Degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology or equivalent.
• 0 to 3+ years of related experience.
• CIP certification maintained annually.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

• Must successfully pass the TECH test.
• Applicants must submit a resume with their application.
• Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration for this vacancy.

Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings: 1
Emergency Response:
May be called for emergency outside of normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavtive 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.