Electric Service Worker, 1st Class

Dominion Energy•Hampton, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electric Service Worker 1st Class for their Electric Distribution Operations department in Hampton, VA. This role requires a self-starter capable of working independently and driving. The position involves the repair and maintenance of electrical distribution lines, responding to power outages as a first responder, and collaborating with Regional Operations Centers. The role requires working alone approximately 90% of the time, adhering to a rotating shift schedule, and being available for callouts during outages and storm restoration events. Premium pay is available for applicable overtime hours. The starting rate for this position is $51.91 per hour. Candidates must pass a health and physical assessment.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in overhead and underground electrical line work (A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)
Able to assess at a competency level 4 in the Dominion Lineman Development program in both overhead and underground energized line work
Must be able to lift 75lbs
Solid understanding of industrial electrical distribution systems and maintenance techniques
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
Strong communications skills verbal and written
Able to understand industry 3-way communication method
Self-starter with the ability to work alone 90% of the time while still being part of a local team
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
High School Diploma or GED
Must pass a health and physical assessment
Successful candidates must take a pre-employment assessment

Nice To Haves

Prefer individuals who have completed a recognized Line Worker Development program

Responsibilities

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
Respond to underground and overhead outages
Locate and repair cable faults
Replace fuses with appropriate hot sticks
Perform minimal switching
Remove trees from overhead conductors
Replace streetlight and watchlight eyes and bulbs