Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today. Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. Job Summary 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. Due to weight limits on equipment, weight restriction not to exceed 290 pounds. Various duties include: • Climb steel structures and work off ladders and aerial lifts. • NERC requirements. • Drive and/or operate vehicles for long distances. • Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain distribution and transmission substations. • Working with mineral oils, paints, compressed gases i.e.. air, nitrogen, SF-6 etc. battery acids, PCB’s, solvents, explosives, pumps, etc. The selected candidate 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. Working Conditions Include: • Work schedule is 4 X 10 hour days Monday thru 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. • Must be available for overtime including extended workdays. This is a Local 50 union represented position with a starting pay rate of $28.95 and will receive a 10% wage supplement. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience • The ability to lift up to 75lbs is required. • The ability to climb steel structures and work off ladders and aerial lifts. Preferred Qualifications: • Class A CDL with HAZMAT endorsement or CDL learner's permit. • Previous electric and/or utility experience is a plus. • Experience with forklift operations, aerial lifts, power driven equipment, painting, cutting equipment, pneumatic equipment and hydraulic equipment. The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below. • Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above. 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% Outdoors 76-100% Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA Other Working Conditions Test Description This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electrician Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete. Export Control Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants. 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 dombenefits.com. Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
See More Details >>Job Announcement The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES) seeks an Industrial Electrician II to perform preventive and corrective maintenance work. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative maintenance team doing meaningful work for Fairfax County, then the Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant is the place for you. • Under general supervision of the industrial electrician supervisor responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and repairing complex industrial electrical equipment and systems • Works in the field, diagnosing and resolving complex electrical problems on a wide variety of rotating, moving and heavy equipment including high voltage distribution centers, motor controllers, pump, generators, presses, lighting systems and underground cable. • Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs variable frequency drives. • Performs diagnostic work up to the programmable logic controllers (PLC) and the digital control systems (DCS) lode. • Performs predictive and preventive maintenance in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations on electrical equipment • Creates work orders, requisitions equipment and parts. • Performs work in safe manner according to all regulations; participates in safety training and reports unsafe conditions. • Subject to 24-hour call back and must, therefore, be able to work emergency overtime. DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited, and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone. Fairfax County’s Wastewater Management Program is a nationally recognized Utility of the Future and its wastewater treatment plant, the 67 million gallon per day Noman M. Cole Pollution Control Plant, is a multiple year NACWA Platinum Award winning facility. Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits: • Benefit • Retirement DPWES is a nationally recognized Utility of the Future responsible for maintaining more than 3,000 miles of sanitary sewers, 60+ pump-stations, and a NACWA Platinum Award winning 67 million gallon per day treatment plant. Note: This position works in the DPWES Wastewater Treatment Division, located at 9399 Richmond Hwy. Lorton, Virginia. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the following: graduation from high school, or a GED issued by a state department of education or equivalent; successful completion of an approved electrician's apprentice program and four years of experience as an industrial electrician. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: • A valid driver's license. • A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Journeyman Electrician's license. • Confined Space Certification within 12 months of hire. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a medical examination to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment. Subject to 24 hour call back and must, therefore, be able to work emergency overtime. Subject to working in adverse weather conditions and may be exposed to raw waste or environments generating methane gas. Ability to distinguish different color wiring. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • One (1) year experience with preventive, corrective, and emergency repairs to industrial equipment in the most efficient and effective manner to reduce equipment downtime. • One (1) year experience coordinating and collaborating with internal & external customers regarding the periodization in the repair effort. • One (1) year experience performing inspections of industrial plant operating assets to ensure proper functioning. • Intermediate experience using Microsoft Suites applications. • Two (2) years of experience observing electrical safe work practices. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to climb up to 35 ft., on ladders and scaffolding. Ability to discern color. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 75 lbs. Ability to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb, sit, kneel, crouch, reach, crawl, lift and handle materials with manual dexterity. Ability to use hand tools. Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures. Work requires entering confined spaces with weight restriction of 310 lbs. Work requires performing tasks in adverse weather conditions. Work requires performing tasks in an environment in which raw waste is present. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
See More Details >>Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today. Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. This position does not offer relocation assistance. Job Summary Our Fairfax office is recruiting for Electric Service Worker, 1st Class. This office has two vacancies. This position requires a self-starter who can effectively prioritize and who doesn't mind driving and working alone. The successful candidate will have responsibility for the following: • The repair and maintenance of both overhead and underground electrical distribution lines • Being the first responder to power outages • Working closely with the Regional Operations Centers within the Dominion service territory • Working alone 90% of the time. • Working a rotating shift. • Available for call-outs during outages and or storm restoration events • Eligible for premium pay for applicable overtime hours • The starting rate for this position is $50.52 / hour for fully qualified applicants, including a 10% wage supplement for reporting to the Fairfax Office. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience This position requires a minimum of 3 (three) years’ experience in overhead and underground electrical line work (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications) • *The selected individual must be able to assess at a competency level 4 in the Dominion Lineman Development program in both overhead and underground energized line work (Successful candidates must take a pre-employment assessment) Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Perform functions included but not limited to responding to underground and overhead outages, locating and repairing cable faults, replacing fuses with appropriate hot sticks, performing minimal switching, removing trees from overhead conductors, and replacing streetlight and watchlight eyes and bulbs. • Required: Must be able to lift 75lbs • Must have a solid understanding of industrial electrical distribution systems and maintenance techniques • Must understand and be competent in switching practices related to the electrical distribution industry • Knowledge of Safety processes and practices within the industrial electrical distribution industry • Must have strong communications skills verbal and written • Must be able to understand industry 3-way communication method • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone 90% of the time while still being part of a local team. • Must be able to meet and maintain applicable NERC/FERC requirements. • Position requires the ability to obtain a valid class A CDL by the end of the 5th month of employment • Call out, overtime availability, and ability to work rotating shifts is required • Weight restrictions also apply, for safety reasons, must be able to maintain a weight below 290 pounds • Prefer individuals who have completed a recognized Line Worker Development program • To military applicants: Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined (above/below). Please Note: If the required minimum years of experience are not reflected on your resume, you will not be considered for this job. Education Requirements • High School Diploma or GED. Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description Working Conditions Cold 51-75% Confined Spaces 51-75% Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75% Energized Wires 51-75% Heat 51-75% Loud Noise 51-75% Office Work Environment 76 -100% Travel 26-50% Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA Other Working Conditions Test Description 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. Export Control Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants. 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 dombenefits.com. Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Washington, VA typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide average salary of $697.13 per week for electricians, with experienced professionals in Washington, VA earning up to $950.21 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
