Electrician Trainee - Herndon, VA

Dominion Energy • Herndon, VA

116d • $28

About The Position

This position will take on the responsibilities of a full range of Substation construction and maintenance work on electrical distribution and transmission substations. This position works inside energized and de-energized substations. This position requires a Class A CDL license with HAZMAT endorsement within 6 months of hiring. Planned and unplanned overtime work 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: Climbing steel structures and working off ladders and aerial lifts. Working with lift tools and material up to 75 pounds on the ground and aloft.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75lbs.
• Ability to climb steel structures and work off ladders and aerial lifts.
• Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL with Dominion training within 6 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Class A CDL with HAZMAT endorsement or CDL learner's permit.
• Previous electric and/or utility experience.
• Experience with forklift operations, aerial lifts, power driven equipment, painting, cutting equipment, pneumatic equipment and hydraulic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Climb steel structures and work off ladders and aerial lifts.
• Drive and/or operate vehicles for long distances.
• Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain distribution and transmission substations.
• Work with mineral oils, paints, compressed gases, battery acids, PCB's, solvents, explosives, pumps, etc.

Benefits

• Health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners.
• Vacation.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED