Electric Line Worker Trainee (Transmission) - Petersburg VA

Dominion Energy • Petersburg, VA • 2w ago

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. Review the position below and apply today.

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.

Job Summary

Our Peterburg office has an Electric Line Worker Trainee (Transmission) opportunity.

Responsibilities will include a full range of line construction and maintenance work on the electrical transmission systems in urban, suburban, or rural areas. These positions work on energized and de-energized lines. This position requires you to eventually obtain a valid CDL and overtime availability will be required.

The majority of the work is performed outdoors in all @types of weather conditions and is considered "heavy labor" which is not limited to but includes the following:

Climb poles, (wood, steel, and concrete) and towers up to and in excess of 500 feet

Work with and lift tools and material up to 75 lbs. on the ground and aloft

Patrol lines on foot and with all terrain vehicles (ATV's) for long distances at a time

Drive and/or operate vehicles for long distances

Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain transmission system. (Includes off road track equipment)

Working Conditions Include:

Work schedule is 4 x 10 hour days Monday to Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Work outdoors 95% of a normal day

Work in inclement weather as needed or service dictates

Work in adverse environments such as swamps, wetlands, lakes, rivers and mountains

Must be available for overtime including extended workdays

Starting Union pay rate of $24.61 per hour. Higher pay rate possible for individuals with 3 years of directly related Transmission experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Preference for individuals who have a minimum of 3 years Electric Transmission work experience;

The ability to lift up to 75 lbs. is required;

The ability to work off ladders and climb from 300 to 500 feet;

Must possess a valid driver's license;

Prefer individuals who have graduated from a Line Worker Training Program;

Previous construction experience preferred;

Forklift operations, aerial lifts, power driven equipment, painting, cutting equipment, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, welding, etc.;

Ability to climb transmission poles and towers;

The selected candidate must be able to 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 .

Must be able to obtain NERC clearance.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Cold 76-100%

Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75%

Energized Wires 51-75%

Heat 51-75%

Outdoors 76-100%

Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electric Line 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

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.

You can experience the excitement of our company - it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.

Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy

There are many reasons to work at Dominion Energy, but below are the top three reasons employees have shared with us. Click on each of the links to learn more!

About Dominion Energy

I am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter's day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.

I am not just any energy... I am Dominion Energy.

We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry. We're shaping the future of energy in America.

Join us!

Facts:

·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

Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050

Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at **.

Nearest Major Market:** Richmond

Job Segment: Lineworker, Environmental Engineering, Hydraulics, Trainee, Engineering, Entry Level, Energy

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