Assistant Mechanic Jobs in Edison, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Requisition ID: 66672
Job Function/Category: Laborers
Employment Type: Non-Exempt Full Time
This is an exciting time to be joining PSEG. Our commitments, which include safety, integrity, customer focus, and diversity & inclusion, are the fabric of our culture and help drive the success of our business. We are fortunate to have an outstanding workforce of diverse and highly skilled talent who move us forward in our operational excellence journey. PSEG has more than 12,000 employees who are dedicated to the communities we serve and embody our vision: People providing Safe, Reliable, Economic and Greener Energy.
Union Local
IBEWG 94
Summary
This position is open to current PSEG employees only.
The Mechanic Assistant - Rider position shall be considered a permanent classification. Employees hired into this classification must pass the basic hiring test including a drug and alcohol screening, and maintain a valid U. S. driver's license and a safe driving record.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES
1. Assist other employees in the field as assigned. They will be assigned schedules to support operations in two-person areas. Schedules will be posted and so arranged that work periods and days off shall be rotated.
2. Perform security guard duties, custodial duties, drive Company vehicles including any service vans, and operates other vehicles when the decal weight does not exceed 6,000 pounds.
3. Meet with other employees assigned at locations mutually agreed upon between the Company and local Union representatives.
Job Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must pass the Street portion of the Gas Battery Test
• Because the job requires driving to company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid driver's license with a safe and satisfactory driver history
• Must be able to learn the effective and safe use and the proper care of the tools, equipment and materials used in the work
• Must have a knowledge of and ability in the safe operation and care of vehicles in all locations and under all conditions of traffic and terrain
• Must be able to learn the safety rules and practices required for their own and fellow worker safety on the job.
• Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete background screening, driving history review and drug testing.
• Experience, training and certifications/licenses in skilled trades such as HVAC, electric, appliance repair, plumbing, carpentry and heavy construction is desired.

Business Unit- Gas Operations
Hiring Manager- BRIAN MILONE
Job Grade- Union
Union Wage Rate-
Incentive- N/A
If you are a current PSEG employee and if you are offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits would change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.
Candidates must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity. Successful candidates must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
As an employee of PSE&G or PSEG LI, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.
Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
Nearest Major Market: New York City
Nearest Secondary Market: Newark
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