Electric Service Worker, 1st Class (Alexandria, VA)
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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 Electric Distribution Operations department in the Alexandria, Virginia office 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 $51.91 / hour for fully qualified applicants, including a 15% wage supplement for reporting to Alexandria office.
Must pass a health and physical assessment.
Includes a $325.00 monthly commuting stipend for reporting to Alexandria office.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Perform functions included but not limited to responding to underground and overhead outages, locating and repairing cable faults, replacing fuses with appropriate hot sticks, performing minimal switching, removing trees from overhead conductors, and replacing streetlight and watchlight eyes and bulbs.
Required: Must be able to lift 75lbs
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 ability to work rotating 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 Line Worker 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.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Cold 51-75%
Confined Spaces 51-75%
Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75%
Energized Wires 51-75%
Heat 51-75%
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Operating Machinery 76-100%
Outdoors 76-100%
Travel 51-75%
Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA
Loud Noise 51-75%
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.
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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
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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·17,000 employees
·Headquarters: Richmond, VA
·16 states in the US
·$100 billion of assets
·Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
·100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community
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Nearest Major Market:** Alexandria
Nearest Secondary Market: Washington DC
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