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VetJobs is Hiring a Shop Assistant Trainee - Richmond, VA Near Richmond, VA
Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on! At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position. This position does not offer relocation assistance. Job SummaryThis position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Dominion and the International Brotherhood of Electrical workers (IBEW) Local 50.Pay rate is $23.95 per hour.Join a critical team at Dominion Energy where we test new equipment, recondition existing equipment and tools and actively work on sustainability for one of the top energy companies in the US. The Company's Shop Assistant Trainee program is a program that goes through multiple steps, with tests and homework at each step. After Step 2 (9mos) they move to shop Assistant. Complete training will be after 27 months and completion of all step (5) homework assignments and tests. After completion of the Shop Assistant Program, this position can lead to Shop Repair Worker or Shop Electrician, if positions are available. Specific Duties Include
Assisting Shop Electricians and Shop Repairmen with repairs to 1 phase and 3 phase equipment (Transformers, Regulators Circuit Breakers, etc.), Tools, Mobiles, Switches, etc.
Painting using a robot and air guns.
Receiving equipment using handheld computer devices within SAP.
Deciphering BOL’s (Bill of Lading), determine where received material should be directed.
Operating Forklifts of varying classes.
Reading data plates.
Working safely.
Operating of Yard Jockey (Shifter).
Handling oil receiving and sampling-Handling Chemicals, paint, oils, etc.
Handling and sorting scrap materials and HAZMAT.8
Auto req ID415287BR Minimum Education RequiredHigh School/GED Job_CategoryAssistant Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesRequired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & ExperienceShop Assistant Trainee is a program that goes through steps, with tests and homework at each step. After Step 2 (9mos), the successful candidate will move to Shop Assistant. Training should be completed after 27 months and completion of all step (5) homework assignments and tests. 1-2 years of related experience. Highly prefer candidates who are electrically or mechanically inclined. Position Requires The Following
Safe operation of a forklift (previous forklift skills are highly preferred).
Banding equipment to pallets.
Assisting in the recycling of electrical equipment using tools such as hammers, wrenches, electric hand tools, hoists, etc.
Climbing on and off 15 plus trailers per day using three point of contact mounted climbing devices on various equipment.
Climbing on and off forklifts 25 plus times per day using three points of contact.
Handling material up to 75 pounds on uneven surfaces in outside elements, includes walking with material for up to 50 feet.
Standing on concrete floors, bending and squatting for extended periods of time.
Ascending ladders with equipment and tools to make repairs on top of electrical equipment.
Standing on ladders and reaching overhead to attach rigging equipment to electrical equipment.
Wearing respirator while painting electrical equipment for an extended period of time.
Lifting, reaching overhead to get tools and equipment to work platforms, lift, support or brace equipment.
Working with various forklifts, banding machine, pallet jack, power steam washer, commercial pain equipment, industrial sweeper, yard jockey truck.
Education RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED required. City*Richmond State*Virginia Job CodeOperations_ Specialist Affiliate SponsorDominion Energy