Eversource developing future workforce

Press Release

With a high demand for skilled utility workers across the state, Eversource is partnering with Housatonic Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Unions 420 and 457 to prepare the next generation of electrical lineworkers in Connecticut.

The Lineworker Certificate Program provides students valuable training in the electric utility industry and the opportunity to progress into Eversource’s paid apprenticeship program.

“Our industry is seeing incredible growth, and as we look toward a clean energy future, it’s critical that we continue to ensure we have a well-trained workforce to maintain a safe and reliable electric system while delivering excellent service for our customers,” Eversource President of Connecticut Electric Operations Steve Sullivan stated. “We’ve had great success with our popular certification program at

Capital Community College and are excited to expand that collaboration with Housatonic Community College. We value our partnership with the Connecticut State Community College system and know it will help us train highly skilled lineworkers who will have strong employment opportunities after completing the course. ”

Nearly 150 students applied for 15 open spots in the rigorous 13-week certification program.

The students began virtual classroom learning and hands-on training at the Eversource outdoor training complex in Berlin in early March.

Their extensive course work includes electrical theory, CPR, and safety – preparing them for employment with electrical lineworker responsibilities and tasks.

“We are happy to expand this program with Eversource, which started with Capital Community College students in 2021,” said CT State Community College President John Maduko, M.D. “Through partnerships like this, we are able to quickly meet workforce needs in our community while our students prepare for in-demand jobs that pay family-sustaining wages.”

Visit Eversource.com for more information on the certification program and to stay updated on the next available class.

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Manage the decedent's home/vacation home and other property.

Manage vehicle loan payments.

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Manage business assets.

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Fire Department Responses

The Fire Administrator’s Office for the Town of Berlin reports the following incidents for the weeks of March 5 and 12. (Fire Company designations: 1. East Berlin, 2. Kensington, 3. Berlin, 4. South Kensington.)

March 6: Spruce Brook Road and Lamentation Drive: Motor vehicle accident – Company 3

March 7: Mutual aid rendered to Rocky Hill Fire Department –Company 1

March 7: Berlin Turnpike at

Ramp E: Motor vehicle accident – Companies 1, 2 and 3

March 9: 300 block of New Britain Road: Assistance call –Companies 2, 3 and 4

March 9: Route 9 near exit 32: Motor vehicle accident – Companies 1, 2 and 3

March 10: 2200 block of Berlin

Turnpike: Motor vehicle accident – Company 3

March 11: Plum Hollow Way: Structure Fire – Companies 1, 2, 3 and 4