Electric Ground Worker (Altavista, VA)

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
• 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.

*Starting pay rate for will be $22.37 per hour advancing progressively to $28.18 per hour after one year.

*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 Dominion Energy’s expense.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

•    Valid Drivers License
•    18 years of age or older
•    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 for electrical restorations
•    Ability to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools
•    Ability to promptly respond for emergency overtime callouts
•    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

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
•    The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined above.
•    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.

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

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

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.
• Must pass a health and physical assessment.