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Utilities Apprentice Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Utility Locator

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Description For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and ... State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program * Paid Vacation * Servant Leadership ...

We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products ... A Sheet Metal & Laser Apprentice combines the skills of traditional sheet metal fabrication with ...

Utility Locator

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Description For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and ... State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program * Paid Vacation * Servant Leadership ...

Utility Locator

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Description For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and ... State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program * Paid Vacation * Servant Leadership ...

$22.06/hr

UTILITY WORKER Providence Forge (New Kent) Job Summary Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) is looking for ... This apprenticeship program presents exciting opportunities for long-term career growth and ...

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What is the difference between Utilities Apprentice vs Utilities Technician?

AspectUtilities ApprenticeUtilities Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical training or certificationsTechnical certifications or associate degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentOn-the-job training, supervised, entry-levelMore independent, involves troubleshooting and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level role in utility companies, training programsSkilled worker performing maintenance and repairs

The Utilities Apprentice role is an entry-level position focused on learning and training, often requiring minimal certifications. In contrast, the Utilities Technician is a more experienced role involving hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting. Apprentices typically work under supervision, while technicians operate more independently. Both roles are essential in utility companies, but the technician position generally requires more skills and certifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Utilities jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Utilities jobs in Virginia are:

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$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Davis H. Elliot rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Description 

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

Responsible for locating, pinpointing the paths of cables, pipes and other conduits that carry utilities underground. Our efforts are driven on Quality and Safety to protect underground utilities from damage during excavation.

Qualifications

  • - Able and willing to work outdoors in a various weather conditions.
  • - Computer proficiency. 
  • - Able to work in a confined space, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • - Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

  • - Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities
  • - Thoroughly search for underground Utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.
  • - Read maps & Blue prints
  • - Using a company provided vehicle, equipment, and laptop to document, and close all tickets.

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers' confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401K w/ company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program 
  • Paid Vacation 
  • Servant Leadership Training
  • Uniforms and PPE provided

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