Maintenance Mechanic (Entry Into Union)

About Us

Great River Hydro (GRH) is New England’s largest producer of conventional hydropower. We own and operate 13 generating stations and 3 storage-only reservoirs on the Connecticut and Deerfield Rivers. Today, our unique capabilities and operational flexibility play a vital role in our region’s transition to a low carbon, reliable and secure energy future.

At GRH, our most important asset is our people. The GRH team includes over 100 highly skilled professionals who manage, operate, and maintain our facilities. Safety is our highest priority. Our GRH team members are committed to the safety and well-being of each other, our communities and our environment, every single day. Our safety culture drives our successful delivery of reliable, clean energy.

General Information

Great River Hydro is seeking a Mechanic for our hydroelectric facilities in Wilder, VT. Please note that this is an entry level position, however, depending on the qualifications of the applicants, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

Responsibilities

• Supports senior qualified maintenance staff in the execution of scheduled and unplanned maintenance activities;
• Prepares to be qualified on the high voltage switching and tagging list;
• Active control of low to moderate risk O&M service providers;
• Develops a working knowledge of company policies/practices/methods/operating procedures; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possesses basic PC skills;
• Requires roving between all hydro sites;
• Must be able to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. on a repetitive basis;
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license;
• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Technology is preferred;
• Position is within an automatic progression stream based on successful completion of prescribed time limits and established written and practical progression test; and
• Typically works under the direction of senior Technicians in higher classifications.

This position is represented by the IBEW Local Union 486. The filing of this position is subject to the terms and conditions of the governing collective agreement.

Because of the nature of our business, it is necessary that employees work a reasonable amount of overtime - planned and unplanned - which may include nights and weekends.

Please note, this is a safety sensitive role and will require the successful candidate to undergo and pass a pre-employment medical exam.

Great River Hydro is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Great River Hydro is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellows Falls, VT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person