Dominion Energy Electric Distribution Operations department in our Woodbridge office has a vacancy for an Electric Service Worker 1st Class.
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.
Must pass a health and physical assessment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
This position requires a minimum of 3 (three) years' experience in overhead and underground electrical line work (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards 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 (Successful candidates must take a pre-employment assessment)
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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.
Dominion Energy
120 Tredegar St
Richmond
Virginia United States
www.DominionEnergy.com
