Experienced Journeyperson Lineworker - North

About us

National Grid is currently seeking Rated Lineworkers (1/C and 2/C) for our Massachusetts North locations:
North Shore - Malden, Beverly Merrimack Valley - North Andover, Tewksbury, Amesbury

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, you'll 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.

You’ll 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 include working 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.

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

Adventure Awaits:
This isn’t your typical desk job, you’ll drive company vehicles to remote locations year-round, sometimes in challenging weather conditions, playing a critical role in storm restoration efforts.

Continuous Learning:
Whether you’re a recent graduate or switching careers, you’ll 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.

If you’re 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!

• 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 to act as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags.

• 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 operator's license, which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation.
• Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System Hoisting certificate.

Pay Rate: Pay rate will be determined based on lineworker certificate candidate possesses at time of offer.

1/C - $56.13
2/C - $43.44

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for…