Equipment Operator - Underground (Dominion)

Pike; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Underground Equipment Operator to join their team. This entry-level position involves working on the construction, maintenance, and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. The role requires physical labor, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Ideal candidates will have recent field experience and the willingness to learn and grow within the company. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in the electrical industry and contribute to essential infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent field experience in underground distribution systems.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair work on underground systems.
• Assist in installing transformers and clearing faulted circuits.

Skills

Field Experience

Communication Skills

Physical Labor

Basic Knowledge of Materials

Understanding of High Voltage Systems

Ability to Work Outside

Team-Oriented

Self-Motivated

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License (Preferred)

Tools

Hand Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Position Summary: The Underground Equipment Operator is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also require travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized underground.
• Assist with installing underground transformers.
• Assist in replacing fuses in transformers and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect lives.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio.
• Understand operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook-up of a single-phase transformer.
• Understand the basic concepts of equipment setup and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Understand minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Understand when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Understand how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used.
• Willing to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Perform all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 years minimum of recent field experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.