Line Worker - Apprentice Transmission; Denmark, SC); Denmark, SC,

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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.

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.

Dominion Energy South Carolina has openings for Apprentice Linemen for Electric Transmission Operations in the Denmark, SC area. Selected candidates will be responsible for assisting with the construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and electric lines on our transmission system.

Responsibilities include:

• Consistently adhere to safety rules to work in proximity of high and low voltage electric equipment
• Regularly climb and work from power poles 50-225 feet or more, and other tall structures
• Safely handle heavy/bulky equipment and materials
• Be available to respond to work after hours, scheduled overtime, callouts and urgent needs 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
• Work outside in inclement weather conditions
• Successfully complete the four (4) year apprenticeship training program which includes both written and hands-on instruction

This position pays a starting hourly rate of $26.70

0-2 years of directly related experience

High School diploma or GED

• Valid driver's license with a good driving history
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL-Class
  
  A) within six (6) months of hire
• Excellent physical condition, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work long hours during emergency or storm restoration situations
• Be available to work after hours, scheduled overtime, and callout work
• Live within a 25-mile radius (or 30-minute drive) of the position’s service territory/work location
• Be physically and mentally capable of climbing and working from utility poles

Completion of high school or equivalent (i.e., GED) is required.

Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving history. Commercial Driver's License (CDL-Class

A) or ability to obtain one within 6mos of employment.

• Must be able to lift materials weighing at least 50lbs
• Manually pulling on a hand line while hoisting materials
• Climbing at least 50-225ft poles using hooks, (attachments strapped to the boot that penetrates utility poles
• Set anchors by hand (8 ft long, 15-inch flange)
• Manually operate post-hole diggers to excavate holes up to 6 feet deep
• Install equipment weighing 500-750lbs via line truck or with blocks while positioned on upper section of utility pole
• Must be able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, sit, push/pull
• Must be able to walk, stand, and climb on unlevel terrain on a daily basis
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, use fine finger movements, and maintain balance
• Must be able to handle heights
• Drive a ground rod with sledgehammer

Skills Assessment

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.

Starting Hourly Rate:

$26.70

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance.

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.

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