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Electric Line Worker Trainee (Trans) - Orange, VA

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Job Summary

Our Orange 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, coastal sounds, lakes, rivers and mountain

• Must be available for overtime including extended workdays

Starting Union pay rate of $23.95 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 51-75%

Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75%

Energized Wires 51-75%

Heat 51-75%

Loud Noise 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.

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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 and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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·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

We’ve cut carbon emissions from our electric generation business by approximately 46% (since 2005) and methane emissions from our natural gas business by 38% (since 2010) — and. By growing wind, solar, and renewable natural gas and pursuing innovative technologies, we expect to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. We’ve also committed to reducing the emissions of our suppliers and customers — so we can all move forward together.

Nearest Major Market: Charlottesville

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia

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