•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 our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
•The Steam Distribution Department is seeking to hire General Utility Workers (GUW) to perform mechanical and maintenance work on steam distribution components and equipment in the field.
•Selected candidates for this posting will be assigned to Steam Distribution Field Operations in Manhattan.
•Maintains, repairs, and installs steam piping, associated valves, traps, pumps, and other steam components.
•Works assigned shifts which may include rotating schedules, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to meet the operational needs of the department.
•Works in high temperature environments and confined workspaces including manholes.
•Works in indoor, outdoor, and underground environments in all weather conditions.
•Uses various tools, field power tools, and precision equipment.
•Responds to emergency calls, performs mandated inspection and steam distribution maintenance in the field.
•Writes accurate and concise reports.
•Reads and interprets schematic drawings and engineering prints.
•Maintains a working knowledge of confined space entry, oxy-acetylene torch cutting, rigging, reading mechanical drawings, industrial safety, and basic electricity.
•Performs asbestos abatements and maintenance associated with steam pipes based on operational needs.
•Enters customer’s premises to operate & maintain steam service piping and read steam meters and drawings.
•Effectively communicates with customers while providing outstanding customer service.
•Positively represents the company to the public.
•Exercises safe work practices while adhering to environmental policies and procedures.
•Operates a Con Edison vehicle.
•Successfully advances through career path training.
•This position will require the operation of a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) weighing between 10,000-26,000 lbs.
•If extended a conditional job offer candidate will need to pass a DOT physical exam and will be prohibited from using marijuana.
•If extended a job offer, you will be required to obtain certifications from the American Red Cross for Standard First-Aid, CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens at your cost.
•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 climb ladders and stairs
•Perform work in underground vaults through manholes
•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
•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
•Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.