General Utility Worker L1-2 Bronx & Westchester Overhead

Electric Operations Overhead is seeking a full-time General Utility Worker (GUW) to support crews in the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of overhead distribution equipment on energized high voltage systems.

Core Responsibilities

• Electric Operations Overhead is seeking to hire a full-time General Utility Worker (GUW) to assist employees in higher titles with performing work on installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of overhead distribution equipment on live high voltage wires.
• Selected candidate for this posting will be assigned in regions of Bronx/ Westchester.
• Candidate must possess the ability to work at high elevations and work around live electricity to perform electrical and mechanical functions.
• Work assigned shifts may include weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to meet the operational needs of the department.
• Selected candidate will be expected to positively represent the company in resolving customer concerns.
• Selected candidate will be expected to advance in the Line Constructor High Voltage (HV) title career track with Electric Operations, and are expected to complete driving school, and obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL). Region may require CDL Restricted Class A or CDL Class A and/or M endorsement license.
• Selected candidate should exercise safe work practices while adhering to environmental policies and procedures.
• To qualify for this position candidate must successfully complete a series of assessments which includes: aptitude/written driver's assessment, physical abilities test, five-day pole climbing assessment, and interview.
• Candidate will be required to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) weighing between 10,000-26,000 pounds. If extended a conditional job offer, candidate will need to pass a DOT physical exam and will be prohibited from using marijuana.
• Candidate must pass a respirator fit test.
• If extended a conditional job offer, candidate will be required to obtain certifications from the American Red Cross for standard First-Aid/CPR/AED & Blood Borne pathogens at their own cost.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED

Relevant Work Experience

• Certification from an Overhead line school. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

• 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 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
• 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 machinery, i.e. jackhammers
• Acknowledge that if selected, must pass a Physical Abilites Test (PAT)
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• 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

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Mission Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of ou