Electric Ground Worker

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.

Specific Ground Worker Functions

• 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.)

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
• Able to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools
• Computer application aptitude
• Able 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

• Class A or Class B CDL
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• CPR, First Aid, or AED certification
• 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

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.

Working Conditions

• Cold: 76-100%
• Confined Spaces: 51-75%
• Energized Wires: 51-75%
• Heat: 51-75%
• Operating Machinery: 76-100%
• Outdoors: 76-100%
• Travel: 51-75%

Union

Union - IBEW Local 50

Other Working Conditions

• Union - IBEW Local 50
• VA/NC/WVA

Benefits

To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.

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.