Top 99 Underground utilities Jobs in Virginia Beach, Va

Field Trainer- Electrical Power Distribution/Storm Repair
PowerGrid Services, LLC —Virginia
- $45 - $55 an hour
- Extended hours
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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7d
Directional Drill Operator / Locator
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $27 - $28 an hour
- Spanish
- Construction site
- English
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Pipelayer
A & W Contractors, Inc —Chesapeake, VA
- $24 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- No background check
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Locate Technician - Virginia Beach, VA
Benchmark, LLC —Virginia Beach, VA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Customer service
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5d
Traffic Signal Technician
City of Chesapeake —Chesapeake, VA
- $45,852 - $68,876 a year
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
5d
SUE Technician - VA
Blew & Associates, P.A. —Virginia Beach, VA
- $41,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Plumbing
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Driller and Driller’s Helper
McCallum Testing Laboratories —Chesapeake, VA
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Locate Technician - Virginia Beach, VA
Benchmark, LLC —Virginia Beach, VA
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Engineering Technician I - Utility Locator
City of Norfolk, VA —Norfolk, VA
- $51,099.42 - $58,637.76 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- Computer literacy
- Research
11d
Laborer - Utility Construction
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Fall 2026 Co-op
Kokosing Inc —Chesapeake, VA
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Residential
- Construction experience
- Mileage reimbursement
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12d
Gas Utility Operator
NPL Construction (S4) —Hampton, VA
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Supervisor - Underground Construction
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Spanish
- Construction site
- English
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Project Manager - Telecommunications Construction
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Civil Utility Skilled Laborer (U)
TST Tactical Defense Solutions, Inc. —Virginia Beach, VA
- $18 - $26 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Trident Civil —Virginia Beach, VA
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Maintenance Worker II - Water Distribution
City of Norfolk, VA —Norfolk, VA
- $43,264.00 - $49,646.44 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Technician - Crossbore
Hydromax USA —Chesapeake, VA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Laborer - Traffic Control - Hampton Roads
Branscome —Hampton, VA
- Overtime
- Construction site
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Crew Leader - Cable Placement Crew
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $23 - $24 an hour
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program

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Field Trainer- Electrical Power Distribution/Storm Repair

PowerGrid Services, LLC -
Virginia

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Job Details

Full-time
$45 - $55 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Safety management experience within utilities industry
Microsoft Outlook
Electrical work
Coaching
Job-specific skills training (staff training program)
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Regulatory compliance
Workplace dispute resolution
High school diploma or GED
Corporate training program coordination
Instructional adaptability
Instructor-led training (training delivery method)
Classroom experience
Meeting facilitation
Classroom Teaching
Technical Proficiency
Professional development training

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Field Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating safety, technical, and operational training programs for PowerGrid Services employees. This role serves as a subject matter expert and coach in field operations, ensuring employees are trained to perform their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The Field Trainer will regularly observe employees in field environments, (Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Indiana, other areas as needed), assess work practices, verify competency, and provide both classroom and hands-on instruction. This position also supports incident investigations and may be called upon to assist with storm restoration efforts and other operational needs.

The successful candidate must be available to respond to after-hours events, including overnight assignments, and should expect frequent travel, extended work hours during emergency response situations, and work in challenging weather conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct field observations to evaluate employee work practices and identify safety concerns, training opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Verify employee competency in assigned job tasks and assist with qualification and certification processes.
Develop, coordinate, and deliver training programs, including but not limited to:
New Hire Orientation
Apprenticeship Training
CPR/First Aid/AED
Pole Top and Bucket Rescue
Safety and Compliance Training
Technical Skills Development
Facilitate classroom instruction, field exercises, and refresher training sessions.
Maintain training records and assist with tracking employee certifications and qualifications.
Support incident investigations by gathering information, conducting interviews, and identifying corrective actions and training needs.
Collaborate with operations leadership to improve workforce performance, safety culture, and regulatory compliance.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback to employees at all levels.
Assist with storm restoration activities and other operational assignments as needed.
Partner with internal departments and stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives.
Stay current on industry trends, safety regulations, utility standards, and best practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.
Additional technical, vocational, or industry-related training preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the electric utility industry.
Extensive experience with overhead and underground utility construction, maintenance, and operations involving both primary and secondary systems preferred.
Experience developing, facilitating, and implementing employee training programs.
Experience leading meetings and presenting information to employees, supervisors, managers, and other stakeholders.
Experience conducting incident investigations and employee interviews preferred.

Certifications

Preferred certifications include:

OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor Certification
Flagger Trainer Certification
Forklift and Telehandler Certification
Pole Top and Bucket Rescue Instructor Certification
Bloodborne Pathogens Trainer Certification
Additional industry-related safety and training certifications as applicable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of utility industry work practices, safety standards, and OSHA regulations.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Ability to train and engage diverse audiences in both classroom and field environments.
Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal communication skills.
Sound judgment and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability and willingness to learn and utilize new technologies and software systems.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Behavioral Competencies

Professionalism and integrity
Accountability and personal responsibility
Collaboration and teamwork
Adaptability and resilience
Initiative and self-motivation
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both office and field environments.
Frequent travel, including overnight travel, is required.
Must be available for emergency response, storm restoration, and after-hours assignments, including overnight work.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule as business needs dictate.
Frequently exposed to outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and other adverse weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Requires frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers for operating equipment and computer systems.
Must possess sufficient visual acuity to review documents, analyze data, observe work activities, and operate a computer.
Ability to safely navigate active construction and utility work sites.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PowerGrid Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

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