Principal Accountabilities
End Results
Project Oversight and Coordination: Provides oversight, coordination of, equipment and material required to accomplish project associated with electrical facilities.
Have a complete working knowledge of Electric Operations & Maintenance Procedures, Company Construction Standards, Policy and Procedures, and Safety Rules.
Have the ability to complete required field paperwork to provide records of work completed; operation, maintenance, motor vehicle records, accurate time records, and other records which are required or could be required in the future.
Investigate electric service trouble calls and make necessary corrective repairs to restore electric service.
Perform maintenance to streetlighting system.
Assist in underground construction and maintenance and all work in connection with the construction of high voltage lines de-energized; including sagging of conductors and connections of transformers, meters, regulators and other similar electrical equipment.
Leadership: Fosters a work environment of commitment and achievement, setting high performance standards. Leads by example; demonstrates a commitment to Unitil’s Core Principles.
When upgraded by temporary or permanent assignment to Lead Lineworker, assume all duties and responsibilities required of that classification
Teaches methods and procedures involved in all phases of linework, as well as substation work, to lineworkers in training positions in efforts to develop a highly skilled and safety conscience work force.
Communicates to supervisors and fellow workers, any concerns and suggestion for improvements that support company strategic plans and goals.
Confronts issues, addresses conflict, resolves problems and recommends solutions.
Demonstrates competencies and sense of direction and concern for customers and fellow employees.
Committed to being consistent in word and action.
Demonstrates self-awareness, self-regulation, and social skills when interfacing with co-workers.
Capitalizes on unplanned opportunities and responds to unforeseen situations; undertakes and completes assignments and special projects as assigned by management.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
Fully qualified as a Line Worker 2nd Class
Requires CDL and Driver Qualification File
Will be drug tested under the FMCSA drug pool
Massachusetts 1B/2A Hoisting Engineers License
Must reside within a specified geographic area in accordance with UWUA / BUW Agreement Local #B340
Be available to respond to overtime work both planned and emergency
Provide standby coverage in accordance with UWUA / BUW Agreement, Local #B340
THIS NOTICE IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XI OF OUR AGREEMENT WITH LOCAL UNION #B340, BROTHERHOOD OF UTILITY WORKERS OF AMERICA, DATED June 1, 2022.
HOURS: Hours shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
WAGE: Ultimate rate - $56.43 per hour, for a 40 hour week. Overtime rates in accordance with UWUA Agreement, Local #B340.
Unitil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Last Updated: 11/02/2026
