Benefits :
Competitive compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
Life and Travel Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Paid Holidays and Vacation
What is a Utility Worker?
Utility Workers perform and assist with manual labor work in any of our operating districts throughout the Central Hudson service territory. The Utility Worker position is an individual contributor role and is considered a feeder position for our various union positions such as power line technician, gas mechanic, electrician, etc.
What does a Utility Worker do?
Under general supervision and as assigned, assists employees of all classifications in the performance of their work and performs manual and laboring work such as but not limited to:
Handling material, tools and equipment
Loading and unloading trucks
Driving cars and trucks
Cutting grass and brush
Cutting ice and shoveling snow
Sweeping and cleaning
Raking racks, scraping paint, digging, trenching, backfilling, shoveling, lifting, carrying, etc.
Operating equipment not specifically limited to operation by higher classified employees
What does it take be a Utility Worker?
Required:
High school diploma or equivalency degree
Must be able to lift and handle heavy materials, follow instructions and work with little supervision
Must be fit as evidenced by pre-employment physical and drug test
Must be able to do simple clerical work
Valid driver’s license
Successful candidates not in possession of a Class A CDL must obtain one upon employment
Preferred:
Technical schooling and/or related electrical or mechanical experience
Class A CDL
Applications will be accepted until February 7, 2024 .
All incumbents start at the same pay rate per the collective bargaining agreement.
Pay Rate: $28.04 to $29.37 / hour
Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment . Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.
Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service. We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce. We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within. Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.