Laborer

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania. 

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion.  We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees.   We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes.  We want you to join our team!

Starting rate: $28.63/hour

Overall Purpose:

Under direct supervision of a Yard Group Leader or Supervisor in charge of scheduled, mobile workers at a facility, to perform grass, wood and shrub cutting, yard slaging, snow removal and salting, general good housekeeping and related work.

Job Duties:

• Receives and follows instructions in substation and other facilites' clearance, safety, and operating  procedures.


• Assists in maintaining the substation, facility or other properties in a clean, orderly condition.


• Performs: grass, wood and shrub cutting; application of weed control materials, insecticides and  fertilizers.


• Assists in repair and restoration of yard grades, slag surfaces and drainage installations.


• Performs cleaning duties such as: washing of facility interiors, removal of rubbish; washing  windows, cleaning exterior grounds, walks, driveways and yards; sweeping, mopping, waxing  floors; and, other general cleaning duties as assigned.


• Assists in the removal of snow and ice from walkways.


• Submits daily logs of the work performed including data entry and other reports of work performed and unusual conditions observed.


• Performs other work as required and assigned.

Education / Experience Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent required


• Within one year must obtain a State of Pennsylvania Drivers License, Class B, 
  with endorsements.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at [email protected] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.