Electric Service Worker, 1st Class; West Broad

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!

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

The Electric Distribution Operations department in West Broad office in Richmond, Virginia has an Electric Service Worker 1st Class vacancy.
This position requires a self-starter who can effectively prioritize and who doesn't mind working alone and driving.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for the following:

• The repair and maintenance of both overhead and underground electrical distribution lines

• Being the first responder to power outages

• Working closely with the Regional Operations Centers within the Dominion service territory

• Working alone 90% of the time.

• Working a rotating shift.

• Available for callouts during outages and or storm restoration events

• Eligible for premium pay for applicable overtime hours

The starting rate for this position is $49.17 / hour for fully qualified applicants.

This position requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in overhead and underground line work. (

Note:

A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year toward the qualifications)

The selected individual must be able to assess at a competency level 4 in the Dominion Lineman Development program in both overhead and underground energized line work.

• Must have a solid understanding of industrial electrical distribution systems and maintenance techniques

• Must understand and be competent in switching practices related to the electrical distribution industry

• Knowledge of Safety processes and practices within the industrial electrical distribution industry

• Must have strong communications skills verbal and written.

• Must be able to understand industry 3-way communication method

• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone 90% of the time while still being part of a local team.

• Must be able to meet and maintain applicable NERC/FERC requirements.

• Position requires the ability to obtain a valid class A CDL by the end of the 5th month of employment

• Call out, overtime availability, and Availability to work shifts is required

• Weight restrictions also apply, for safety reasons, must be able to maintain a weight below 290 pounds.

• Prefer individuals who have completed a recognized Lineman Development program

• To military applicants:
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/below).

Please Note:

If the required minimum years of experience are not reflected on your resume, you will not be considered for this job.

• High School Diploma or GED.

No testing required.

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