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ID #46166072
State Virginia
City Richmond
Job type Permanent
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Dominion Energy
Showed 2022-10-02
Date 2022-10-01
Deadline 2022-11-29
Category Et cetera
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Electric Ground Worker

Virginia, Richmond, 23294 Richmond USA

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At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that's proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered "yes," then read on!

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 Electric 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 an Electric 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. Ability to respond within one hour of a call for overtime strongly preferred. Specific Groundman 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 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, weight restriction of 290 pounds applies. The starting pay rate will be $21.19 per hour advancing progressively to $26.70 per hour after one year.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 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 for 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 fifth 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 web site 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

Education Requirements: • GED or HS diploma required • Technical/Associates educations are advantageous • Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates

Related Military Occupations: • Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above. • 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

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Test Description

No testing required.

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.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energyis an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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