Helper Distribution Test

Pepco Holdings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match and annual companycontrib

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Pepco, a longstanding utility serving Washington, DC, seeks personnel to assist in testing and analyzing electrical conditions on overhead and underground systems. Responsibilities include physically demanding tasks, adherence to PPE, and safety protocols in various environments.

The role requires ability to work rotating shifts and travel to multiple locations, with a focus on safety, reliability and service to customers in the Pepco service area.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a variety of environments including extreme heights, confined spaces, and outdoor conditions.
• Experience with electrical test equipment, power tools and hand tools is preferred.
• Coursework related to electrical theory/electronics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observes and performs routine manual functions to assist in testing and analyzing conditions of overhead and underground transmission, distribution and customer electrical equipment.

Skills

Safety procedures

Electrical test equipment

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree in electrical field or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Exelon is helping build a more affordable, reliable energy future for the communities we serve. We're looking for people who are ready to make a difference and work together to deliver the energy our customers count on every day.

As a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation's largest utility companies, we have more than 20,000 colleagues who serve nearly 11 million customers through six fully regulated utilities - Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

Exelon is built by people who put safety first, work together to solve problems and show up every day for our customers and communities. We believe strong teams are built on trust, respect and a shared commitment to high-performance culture. And our commitment to employees includes creating an environment where people can grow, develop new skills and build thriving careers.

We know this work isn't easy. That's why we offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is committed to making a difference, improving how we work and delivering for the people who depend on us.

Are you on for the challenge?

Primary Purpose

Observes and performs routine manual functions to assist in testing and analyzing conditions of overhead and underground transmission, distribution and customer electrical equipment.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of work environments including: all weather conditions, at extreme heights (above 30 feet), in confined or enclosed spaces, in hot, dark, noisy or dirty areas with limited lighting, foul water, mud, dust, and noxious fumes with proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability and willingness to perform both indoor and outdoor tasks for extended periods of time (for example, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, steel towers and scaffolding, bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, pulling/pushing, standing, walking, and squatting).
• Ability and willingness to operate aerial lifts.
• Ability and willingness to work on or around hazardous equipment/materials (for example, coal ash, open flames, heavy equipment, etc.), and/or energized electrical equipment.
• Ability and willingness to wear and use safety equipment as required by Federal, State, Local and Company regulations (for example, hardhat, safety glasses, ear plugs, di-electric safety shoes, electrically insulated rubber gloves and sleeves, fire retardant clothing, reflective traffic vest and fall protection harness).
• Ability and willingness to work rotating shift work, on holidays and weekends, and overtime as required.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various Company locations and job sites.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully pass qualification test.
• Must successfully pass a Criminal History Background Check.
• Must successfully pass a drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework related to electrical theory and/or electronics.
• Experience demonstrating skill safely testing and opening manholes.
• Experience demonstrating skill using various electrical test equipment, power tools and hand tools.
• Experience demonstrating basic knowledge of equipment/materials associated with electric distribution system construction.
• Associate's degree in electrical field or equivalent experience satisfactory to the Company, such as two years of post-secondary education with AC and DC circuit courses.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $19.00/Yr. - $/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.