We have multuple vacancies in all the locations listed. Please say 'yes' to all the locations you will consider working in. If you don't say 'yes' at the time of application, you cannot add a location at a later time.
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 Groundman 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. As a Groundman, the majority 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. Must be able to respond within one hour of a call for overtime. Specific Groundman functions include but are not limited to the following activities:
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Providing tools, materials and supplies to journeyman linemen
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Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite
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Driving trucks and ensuring they are properly stocked and maintained
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Preparing the equipment and worksite for effective completion of assignments
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Operating various types of equipment used in the construction process (diggers, aerial devices, etc.)
The selected candidate 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.
We have multiple vacancies in Fairfax, Herndon, Alexandria, Springfield, Leesburg, Woodbridge, and Warrenton District offices.
The starting pay rate will be $24.68 an hour with an additional 10% per hour Wage Supplement for Fairfax, Herndon, Alexandria and Springfield for a total of $27.14 per hour and a 5% per hour Wage Supplement for Leesburg & Woodbridge for a total of $25.91 per hour.
The starting pay rate for Warrenton will be $19.58 per hour advancing to $24.68 per hour after 1 year.
In addition there is a $225.00 per month commuting stipend for the Alexandria District office
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Required Qualifications:
- 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
- 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 fifth 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
Education Equivalent
- GED or HS diploma required
- Technical/Associates educations are advantageous
- Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates
Dominion Energy
120 Tredegar St
Richmond
Virginia United States
www.DominionEnergy.com
