General Utility Worker L1-2 Brooklyn & Queens - Field Substation Ops

Overview

Responsibilities

• Con Edison is seeking to hire full time General Utility Workers for Electric Operations. These positions are in the Field Substation Operations Section of Brooklyn/Queens.
• The candidates will be expected to provide outstanding customer service and present a positive image of the company to customers.
• Prior demonstrated construction experience in general construction, plumbing, and/or electrical work is preferred.
• Please note that in order to qualify for this position candidates must successfully complete a physical abilities test, in addition to the written tests, practical tests and associated interviews.
• Selected candidates must be able to assist employees in higher titles within Electric Operations in the activities of fault location, identifying feeders, and isolating/providing protection for personnel to work on electrical apparatus.
• Selected candidates must be able to satisfactorily complete training requirements.
• Must be able to work a rotating shift.
• Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Prohibited from using Marijuana due a Commercial Motor Vehicle operation requirement (weighting between 10,000-26,000 lbs.). Applicants will be tested for Marijuana as part of the Department of Transportation physical exam.
• Selected candidates must also successfully pass respirator fit testing.
• If extended a job offer, candidate will be required to obtain certifications from the American Red Cross for the Adult First-Aid CPR AED and Blood Borne Pathogens. External candidates will be responsible for the cost of these certifications.
• Willingness to travel within the service territory as needed.
• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Driver's License Required

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions
• Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces
• Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
• Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations
• Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinary, i.e. jackhammers
• Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
• Acknowledge that if selected, must pass a Physical Abilites Test (PAT)
• Use hand-eye coordination to adjust controls on equipment
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays
• Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs
• Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.