Electric Ground Worker

Job Description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

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 below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

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 Groundworker 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. Must pass a health and physical assessment.

As an Electric Ground Worker, much 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 line worker
• 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.)
• Assist Line Workers with preparing tools, equipment, and materials
• Ensure a strong focus on safety, following all safety rules, regulations and procedures
• Safely operate commercial motor vehicles ensuring they are stocked and maintained
• Perform all duties, as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• 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, a weight restriction of 290 pounds applies.

Training Information

Upon completion of your pre-employment background and medical check, your first day of work will be at our Training Center in Chester, VA. You will attend Ground Worker training for a period of 4 weeks at Dominion Energy’s expense.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The successful candidate will possess a strong aptitude for developing communication, technical, and mechanical abilities, preparing them for potential advancement in Line-work, Substation, Design, or Dispatch areas. A health and physical assessment must be successfully passed.

Education Requirements

• GED or HS diploma required

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

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Specific certifications or licenses beyond the required CDL are not detailed but may be beneficial.

Working Conditions

• Cold: 76-100%
• Confined Spaces: 51-75%
• Dust / Grease / Oil: 51-75%
• Energized Wires: 51-75%
• Heat: 51-75%
• Loud Noise: 51-75%
• Operating Machinery: 76-100%
• Outdoors: 76-100%
• Travel: 51-75%

Union Affiliation

IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

Test Description

This job requires “recommended” test results from the Modern Hire Electric Ground Worker Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.

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 Energy is an 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.

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