Communications Tester A

About the Position:

We are currently seeking an experienced Communications Tester A in our Watertown location, with a starting pay rate of $48.73. The ability to travel extensively to job sites within the National Grid territory. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), vacation, tuition assistance and more. Under general supervision to perform such duties as: install, test and maintain mobile radio transmitters and receivers such as pagers, portable units, and associated equipment other than base stations; to test and maintain all types of radio transmitters and receivers and associated equipment in a shop; to investigate radio and TV interference complaints; to perform substation and transmission line interference surveys; to perform inspections, investigations or tests on equipment where the complexity is comparable to other duties in this classification; to prepare necessary reports; to maintain F.C.C. records pertaining to the above duties; and to assist Communications Testers of a higher classification.

Job Qualifications:

• Must have satisfactorily completed accredited courses in Mathematics through Trigonometry, DC and AC Circuits including Magnetism and Polyphase Theory, Basic Electrical and Mechanical Diagrams, and Fundamental Solid State Electronics or successful completion of the equivalent agreed upon by Management and the Brotherhood;
• Must have valid F.C.C. General Class Radiotelephone License or NABER Two-Way Radio Certificate.
• Must pass validated aptitude test.
• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.

Salary:

• Hourly/$48.73

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company's testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.