Company: New York State Electric &amp; Gas, an Avangrid CompanyDepartment: Electric T&amp;D OperationsJob Title: Chief Line Mechanic -SSWULocation: Brewster, NYWork Model: Office and FieldThe salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from $65.61-$66.61.Responsibilities<ul><li>Under general supervision, regularly supervises the work of a line crew consisting of not more than 4 other men on all types of construction and maintenance and on energized or de-energized transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment. (See Memorandum governing bonus pay for Chief Lineman and Lineman 1/C assigned additional supervisory responsibility dated 9/29/68.)</li><li>May be required to: (1) make voltage and current tests on low voltage circuits; (2) connect or disconnect electric and/or gas meters; (3) perform any incidental work necessary to serve electric and/or gas customers; (4) handle trouble calls; (5) do high voltage switching.</li><li>Assists or relieves Line Foreman when required.</li><li>Performs any of the duties of a 1/C Lineman and other related or less skilled work as directed.</li></ul>Skills and Requirements<ul><li>Should have had at least two years' experience as First-Class Lineman.</li><li>Must be able to perform operations of considerable complexity and variety where standard methods of procedure are available. Equivalent to 4 years of high school; or 2 years of high school plus 2 years apprenticeship or trade school training.</li><li>Must have a working knowledge of the layout and characteristics of the transmission and distribution lines in the area to which he is assigned and a working knowledge of electrical fundamentals as related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of such lines.</li><li>Must be thoroughly familiar with Company's Electrical and Mechanical Tagging Rules.</li><li>Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved Methods of Resuscitation on or off the ground, and able to render practical First Aid.</li><li>Must be able to qualify for required license for vehicles driven.</li></ul>QualificationsPhysical Qualifications: Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company Physician, including color perception. Strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.Personal Qualifications: Must be willing to work irregular and/or extra hours as required. Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job. Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents. Must be capable of making and holding to decisions with fairness. Must be tactful in handling employee relations problems. Must be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates. Must be capable of, and willing to assume supervisory responsibilities.Competencies<ul><li>Be a role model</li><li>Be agile</li><li>Collaborate and Share</li><li>Develop Self &amp; Others</li><li>Empower to grow</li><li>Focus to achieve results</li><li>Technical Skills</li></ul>Company:NY STATE ELECTRIC &amp; GAS CORPMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:January-5-2026

Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future headquartered in Orange, CT, and has a footprint in 24 states with $40 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, and Renewables, the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 7,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company&rsquo;s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital in 2021 and 2022 as one of America&rsquo;s best corporate citizens and second in utilities for our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has been named one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.

Chief Line Mechanic - SSWU

Company: New York State Electric &amp; Gas, an Avangrid CompanyDepartment: Electric T&amp;D OperationsJob Title: Chief Line Mechanic -SSWULocation: Brewster, NYWork Model: Office and FieldThe salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from $65.61-$66.61.Responsibilities<ul><li>Under general supervision, regularly supervises the work of a line crew consisting of not more than 4&nbsp;other men on all types of construction and maintenance and on energized or de-energized transmission&nbsp;and distribution conductors, structures and equipment. (See Memorandum governing bonus pay for&nbsp;Chief Lineman and Lineman 1/C assigned additional supervisory responsibility dated 9/29/68.)</li><li>May be required to: (1) make voltage and current tests on low voltage circuits; (2) connect or&nbsp;disconnect electric and/or gas meters; (3) perform any incidental work necessary to serve electric&nbsp;and/or gas customers; (4) handle trouble calls; (5) do high voltage switching.</li><li>Assists or relieves Line Foreman when required.</li><li>Performs any of the duties of a 1/C Lineman and other related or less skilled work as directed.</li></ul>Skills and Requirements<ul><li>Should have had at least two years' experience as First-Class Lineman.</li><li>Must be able to perform operations of considerable complexity and variety where standard methods of&nbsp;procedure are available. Equivalent to 4 years of high school; or 2 years of high school plus 2 years&nbsp;apprenticeship or trade school training.</li><li>Must have a working knowledge of the layout and characteristics of the transmission and distribution&nbsp;lines in the area to which he is assigned and a working knowledge of electrical fundamentals as related&nbsp;to the construction, operation, and maintenance of such lines.</li><li>Must be thoroughly familiar with Company's Electrical and Mechanical Tagging Rules.</li><li>Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved Methods of Resuscitation on or off the&nbsp;ground, and able to render practical First Aid.</li><li>Must be able to qualify for required license for vehicles driven.</li></ul>QualificationsPhysical Qualifications: Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination&nbsp;given by a Company Physician, including color perception. Strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.Personal Qualifications: Must be willing to work irregular and/or extra hours as required. Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings, as well as the&nbsp;normal working conditions pertaining to this job. Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents. Must be capable of making and holding to decisions with fairness. Must be tactful in handling employee relations problems. Must be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and&nbsp;confidence of both superiors and subordinates. Must be capable of, and willing to assume supervisory responsibilities.Competencies<ul><li>Be a role model</li><li>Be agile</li><li>Collaborate and Share</li><li>Develop Self &amp; Others</li><li>Empower to grow</li><li>Focus to achieve results</li><li>Technical Skills</li></ul>Company:NY STATE ELECTRIC &amp; GAS CORPMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. &nbsp;This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&amp;P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.Job Posting End Date:January-5-2026

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