Electrical Craft Helper Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

The successful candidate will be exposed to the many facets of Operations, Maintenance, and Construction of the High Voltage Electrical Distribution System. If you enjoy the variety of challenging work outside of an office and want to develop communication, technical and mechanical abilities, the Service Helper position may be an excellent starting point for a career with Dominion Energy. More specifically, the successful candidate will develop skills to prepare themselves for potential advancement in Line-work, Substation, Design or Dispatch areas. As a Service Helper, the majority of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions and is considered "heavy labor".

**The pay-rate for this role is $32.17/hr. This role must be able to work a rotating shift. Eligible for premium pay for applicable overtime hours.

Specific Service Helper functions include but are not limited to the following activities:

• Providing tools, materials and supplies to Electric Servicemen 1st class, Servicemen II and Journeyman Lineman.
• Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed on the worksite.
• Driving trucks and ensuring they are properly stocked and maintained.
• Preparing the equipment and worksite for effective completion of assignments.
• Operating various types of equipment used in the construction maintenance processes (excavators, backhoes, diggers, aerial lifts, etc.).

This is a job that will require you to obtain a Class A CDL Learners permit within 30 days of hire. More details can be obtained by going to the DMV web site. You will be required to obtain a Class A CDL within 5 months of the hire date. Training and related expenses for the CDL with be paid for by Dominion Energy.

Due to safety reasons working on equipment, must be able to maintain a body weight under 290 pounds.

• Valid Drivers License
• 18 years of age or older   
• GED or HS diploma required  
• Due to safety reasons working on equipment, must be able to maintain a body weight under 290 pounds
• A strong driving record which will allow the candidate to obtain a commercial driver's license by the end of the sixth month of employment
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to work on ladders and hydraulic lifts
• Ability to be on call and quickly respond to electrical restorations
• Ability to learn how to operate construction equipment and use hand tools
• Computer application aptitude
• Ability to work within a physically demanding work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer Class A or Class B CDL Dominion will provide and pay for CDL training. Please check your local DMV website for eligibility requirements.
• Prefer Class A CDL permit
• Prefer OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Prefer certification in CPR, First Aid, or AED
• Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
• Background in the military is a plus
• Background in construction or related work environments
• Background in working outdoors

 GED or HS diploma required

Related Military Occupations:

• Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above.
• The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below:
• Army - Transmission and Distribution Specialist (RC) - 12Q (formerly 52G, 21Q), Cable Systems Installer / Maintainer - 25L (formerly 31L), Interior Electrician - 12R (formerly 51R, 21R), Prime Power Production Specialist - 12P (formerly 52E, 21P)
• Air Force - Communications Cable and Antenna Systems Journeyman - 2E652, Electrical Systems Apprentice - 3E031, Electrical Systems Journeyman - 3E051, Electrical Systems Craftsman - 3E071
• Marine Corps - Electrician - 1141, 
• Navy - Construction Electrician - CE, Advanced Construction Electrician - 5635, Electrical Component Maintenance Technician - 4626, FFG-7 Class Auxiliaries Electrical System Technician - 4632

This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electric Ground Worker Virtual Job Tryout administered online.  The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.