Electric Ground Worker (W. Broad/Petersburg)

About the role

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.

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 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.)

Working conditions

• Majority of 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 hours a year in overtime
• Ability to respond within one hour of a call for overtime is strongly preferred
• 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

Requirements

• 18 years of age at the time of application
• Valid Driver's License
• 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
• 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 (untimed, usually takes about 45 minutes)
• Requires "recommended" results from pre-employment fitness physical assessment
• Upon completion of pre-employment background and medical check, first day of work will be at the Training Center in Chester, VA for a 4-week training period at Dominion Energy's expense

Preferred qualifications

• Class A or Class B CDL (Dominion will provide and pay for CDL training)
• Class A CDL permit
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, or AED
• Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
• Background in the military
• Background in construction or related work environments
• Background in working outdoors

Pay

Starting Hourly Rate: $24.60

Benefits

• 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

Military occupational equivalents

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above are encouraged to apply. Relevant military occupations include:

• 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