Electric Ground Worker (Williamsburg)

Dominion Energy; Williamsburg, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation

401k

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Ground Worker in Virginia to support construction, operation and maintenance of the Electrical Distribution System. The role is outdoors, heavy labor, with potential advancement into Line-work, Substation, Design or Dispatch, and requires readiness to travel for training and overtime.

You will assist journeyman linemen, observe safety rules, drive and stock trucks, and operate equipment such as diggers and aerial devices. A CDL permit within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• GED or HS Diploma required.
• Must be 18 years of age at time of application.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Ability to carry up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts.
• Must be on call and respond to electrical restorations.
• Must learn to operate construction equipment and use hand tools.
• Strong driving record to obtain CDL by end of sixth month.

Responsibilities

• Providing tools, materials and supplies to journeyman linemen.
• Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite.
• Driving trucks and ensuring they are stocked and maintained.
• Preparing equipment and the worksite for assignments.
• Operating various equipment used in construction (diggers, aerial devices, etc.).

Skills

Valid Driver's License

18 years old

Physically fit

Lift 75 pounds

Carry 60 pounds

Ladders & hydraulic lifts

On-call availability

Operate construction equipment

Hand tools usage

Computer aptitude

CDL readiness within 6 months

Education

GED or HS Diploma

Tools

CDL training

OSHA 10/30

CPR/First Aid/AED

Hand tools

Construction equipment operation

Job description

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be exposed to the many facets of construction, operation, and maintenance of the Electrical Distribution System. If you enjoy the variety of challenging work outside of an office and want to develop communication, technical and mechanical abilities, the Ground Worker position may be an excellent starting point for a career with Dominion Energy. More specifically, the successful candidate will develop skills to prepare themselves for potential advancement in Line-work, Substation, Design, or Dispatch areas. As a Ground Worker, the majority of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions and is considered "heavy labor." Must be willing and able to work up to 300 hundred hours a year in overtime. The ability to respond within one hour of a call for overtime is strongly preferred.

Specific Ground Worker functions include but are not limited to the following activities:

• Providing tools, materials, and supplies to journeyman linemen
• Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite
• Driving trucks and ensuring they are properly stocked and maintained
• Preparing the equipment and worksite for the effective completion of assignments
• Operating various types of equipment used in the construction process (diggers, aerial devices, etc.)

The selected candidate:

• Must be 18 years of age at the time of application
• Must obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL within 6 months of employment.
• Due to weight limits on equipment, a weight restriction of 290 pounds applies.
• Requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electric Ground Worker Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.
• Requires "recommended" results from pre-employment fitness physical assessment.

*Upon completion of your pre-employment background and medical check, your first day of work will be at our Training Center in Chester, VA. You will attend Ground Worker training for a period of 4 weeks Dominion Energy’s expense.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Drivers License and 18 years of age
• GED or HS diploma required
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts
• Ability to be on call and quickly respond to electrical restorations
• Ability to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools
• Computer application aptitude
• Ability to work within a physically demanding work environment
• A strong driving record which will allow the candidate to obtain a commercial driver’s license by the end of the sixth month of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer Class A or Class B CDL Dominion will provide and pay for CDL training. Please check your local DMV website for eligibility requirements.
• Prefer Class A CDL permit
• Prefer OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Prefer certification in CPR, First Aid, or AED
• Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
• Background in the military is a plus
• Background in construction or related work environments
• Background in working outdoors

Education Requirements

• GED or HS Diploma required

Related Military Occupations:

• Army – Transmission and Distribution Specialist (RC) - 12Q (formerly 52G, 21Q), Cable Systems Installer / Maintainer – 25L (formerly 31L), Interior Electrician – 12R (formerly 51R, 21R), Prime Power Production Specialist – 12P (formerly 52E, 21P)
• Air Force – Communications Cable and Antenna Systems Journeyman – 2E652, Electrical Systems Apprentice – 3E031, Electrical Systems Journeyman – 3E051, Electrical Systems Craftsman – 3E071
• Marine Corps – Electrician – 1141,
• Navy – Construction Electrician – CE, Advanced Construction Electrician - 5635, Electrical Component Maintenance Technician – 4626, FFG-7 Class Auxiliaries Electrical System Technician – 4632

The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below:

• Army – Transmission and Distribution Specialist (RC) - 12Q (formerly 52G, 21Q), Cable Systems Installer / Maintainer – 25L (formerly 31L), Interior Electrician – 12R (formerly 51R, 21R), Prime Power Production Specialist – 12P (formerly 52E, 21P)
• Air Force – Communications Cable and Antenna Systems Journeyman – 2E652, Electrical Systems Apprentice – 3E031, Electrical Systems Journeyman – 3E051, Electrical Systems Craftsman – 3E071
• Marine Corps – Electrician – 1141,
• Navy – Construction Electrician – CE, Advanced Construction Electrician - 5635, Electrical Component Maintenance Technician – 4626, FFG-7 Class Auxiliaries Electrical System Technician – 4632

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Cold 76-100%

Confined Spaces 51-75%

Energized Wires 51-75%

Heat 51-75%

Operating Machinery 76-100%

Travel 51-75%

Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electric Ground Worker Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You'll Get

Starting Hourly Rate:

$24.60

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
• vacation
• retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• bonus eligibility
• sick leave
• disability insurance

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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