Electric Ground Worker

About the Team

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. We are a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, offering more than just a job—we offer a career path where you can grow your skills and contribute to the community.

About the Role

The Electric Ground Worker position serves as an excellent starting point for a career in the electrical industry. In this role, you will be exposed to the many facets of construction, operation, and maintenance of the Electrical Distribution System. The majority of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions and involves heavy labor.

You will support journeyman linemen by providing tools, materials, and supplies, while ensuring safety rules and regulations are strictly observed on the worksite. Your day-to-day responsibilities include driving and maintaining trucks, preparing equipment and work sites, and operating various construction tools such as diggers and aerial devices. This role is ideal for those who enjoy the variety of challenging work outside of an office and wish to develop communication, technical, and mechanical abilities.

The position offers a clear path for advancement into Line-work, Substation, Design, or Dispatch areas. As a Ground Worker, you must be willing and able to work up to 300 hours of overtime per year, with a strong preference for the ability to respond within one hour of a call for overtime.

Hiring Process

Applicants must complete a "recommended" test results assessment from the Modern Hire Electric Ground Worker Virtual Job Tryout, which is untimed but typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Additionally, a pre-employment fitness physical assessment is required.

Upon successful completion of your pre-employment background and medical checks, your first day of work will be at our Training Center in Chester, VA. You will attend a comprehensive 4-week Ground Worker training program at Dominion Energy's expense.

Equal Opportunity

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. We actively seek United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined in the job description.

Note: At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position, and the position does not offer relocation assistance.

Work location

Work model: On-site

101, East Main Street, Monroe Ward, Richmond, Virginia, 23284, United States

Richmond, Virginia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleProvide tools, materials, and supplies to journeyman linemen
check_circleEnsure safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite
check_circleDrive trucks and ensure they are properly stocked and maintained
check_circleOperate various types of construction equipment including diggers and aerial devices
check_circleRespond quickly to electrical restoration calls within one hour
check_circlePrepare equipment and worksites for the effective completion of assignments
check_circleWork outdoors in all weather conditions performing heavy labor tasks

Requirements

verifiedValid Drivers License
verified18 years of age
verifiedGED or HS diploma
verifiedAbility to lift up to 75 pounds
verifiedAbility to carry up to 60 pounds
verifiedAbility to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts
verifiedStrong driving record
verifiedWeight restriction of 290 pounds
verifiedClass A CDL permit preferred
verifiedOSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
verifiedCPR, First Aid, or AED certification preferred

Nice to Have

Class A or Class B CDL, Class A CDL permit, OSHA 10 or 30 certification, certification in CPR, First Aid, or AED, previous experience working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications, background in the military, background in construction or related work environments, background in working outdoors.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth benefits with coverage for families and domestic partnerscheck_circleVacation and paid holidayscheck_circleRetirement planscheck_circleTuition reimbursement4-week Ground Worker training at Dominion Energy's expense

Company

Dominion Energy

Industry

Utilities

Headquarters

Richmond, VA

Powering Your Every Day.

Dominion Energy, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, operates within the utilities industry to deliver essential power solutions across the southeastern United States. The company provides regulated electricity services to approximately 3.6 million homes and businesses in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Additionally, it supplies regulated natural gas to 500,000 customers in South Carolina, ensuring consistent energy access for a broad regional base. Beyond traditional service delivery, Dominion Energy functions as a major developer and operator of regulated offshore wind and solar power projects. It stands as the largest producer of carbon-free electricity in New England, reflecting a significant commitment to clean energy generation. The organization focuses on delivering reliable, affordable, and increasingly sustainable energy to power daily operations for its customer base. The company maintains a strategic footprint across multiple states while adhering to a mission centered on dependable service and environmental responsibility. For further details regarding its operations and initiatives, the organization directs stakeholders to its official website.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: CDL, CDL Permit, Osha 10, Osha 30, CPR, First Aid, Aed, Mechanical Concepts, Electrical Concepts.

Education: GED or High School Diploma required.

Frequently asked questions about Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy

What does a Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy do?expand_more

A Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy is responsible for the following: Provide tools, materials, and supplies to journeyman linemen; Ensure safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite; Drive trucks and ensure they are properly stocked and maintained; and Operate various types of construction equipment including diggers and aerial devices.

What are the requirements for this Electric Ground Worker role?expand_more

To qualify for the Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy position, applicants should have: Valid Drivers License; 18 years of age; GED or HS diploma; Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; Ability to carry up to 60 pounds; and Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts.

Where is the Electric Ground Worker role at Dominion Energy located?expand_more

Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy is based in 101, East Main Street, Monroe Ward, Richmond, Virginia, 23284, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Electric Ground Worker job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Dominion Energy has listed this Electric Ground Worker role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Electric Ground Worker role?expand_more

Candidates for Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy should have entry level.

What skills do you need for the Electric Ground Worker role at Dominion Energy?expand_more

Key skills for Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy include CDL; CDL Permit; Osha 10; Osha 30; CPR; First Aid; Aed; and Mechanical Concepts.

What education is required for Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: GED or High School Diploma required.

What category does the Electric Ground Worker role belong to?expand_more

Electric Ground Worker at Dominion Energy is part of the energy, oil & gas job category on Recrutus.

About Dominion Energy

Beyond traditional service delivery, Dominion Energy functions as a major developer and operator of regulated offshore wind and solar power projects. It stands as the largest producer of carbon-free electricity in New England, reflecting a significant commitment to clean energy generation. The organization focuses on delivering reliable, affordable, and increasingly sustainable energy to power daily operations for its customer base.

The company maintains a strategic footprint across multiple states while adhering to a mission centered on dependable service and environmental responsibility. For further details regarding its operations and initiatives, the organization directs stakeholders to its official website.

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