Electrical Equipment Technician T1

Dominion Energy
North, VA

Electrical Equipment Technician T1

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 is responsible for participating in the installation, maintenance, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment in support of Dominion Energy?s field facilities. Individuals in this role will build the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform Electrical Equipment tasks. They will work alongside senior team members to gain hands-on experience during construction projects and maintenance activities.

Installation and commissioning assignments may include:


  • Participate in developing a Human Performance work zone strategy
  • Assist in the development of transformer processing procedures
  • Help procure replacement parts and materials
  • Assist in confirming primary equipment operates in accordance with Manufacturer design specifications
  • Participate in acceptance testing of all station and generation equipment, including transformers, batteries, circuit breakers, CCVTs, PTs, capacitor banks, and FACTS devices
  • Obtain oil samples
  • Perform infrared thermography inspections
  • Test of vacuum bottles and aerial lifts

Post installation, individuals in this position will engage in maintenance activities as defined by each business area?s maintenance program. Maintenance responsibilities include various activities developed to meet regulatory requirements and ensure system reliability.

Additional duties:


  • Participate in troubleshooting activities, including after-hours support
  • Assist in developing strategies to ensure environmental compliance
  • Engage in corrective action activities associated with equipment issues
  • May support the on-site Electrical Technician organization during Nuclear Outages as directed
  • Develop sufficient Pre-Job Briefs, identifying hazards and critical tasks for the scope of work
  • Inspect station and generation equipment to identify environmental issues
  • Apply Cyber Security controls per Dominion Energy standards
  • Complete all compliance paperwork and supporting documentation
  • Perform other duties as required

The position will perform tasks that support DE?s service territory, to include:


  • Supporting LTC (load tap changer) maintenance, commissioning, and issue resolution
  • Testing and maintenance of various substation equipment (batteries, transformers, cables, breakers)

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E4-E6, W1-W2, or O1-O3 with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the ?Education Section? below are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

Electrical Equipment Technician T1:


  • 0-1 years of relevant experience with required education set forth in the "Education Requirements" section of this posting.
  • Basic understanding of substation equipment found within the substation environment
  • Knowledge of: circuit analysis, AC/DC machinery, power systems
  • Skills: Organizational skills; Good verbal and written communication; Computer knowledge.
  • Abilities: Use of hand-held multimeters; Navigate control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates; troubleshooting skills. Recognize electrical hazards; Self-motivated.

Electrical Equipment Technician T2:


  • 1-2+ years of directly related experience in electrical, electro-mechanical, and/or utility scale protection experience with required education set forth in the "Education Requirements" section of this posting.
  • Successful completion of steps 1-2 of the Electrical Equipment development program or equivalent combination of directly related knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
  • Basic understanding of substation equipment found within the substation.
  • Knowledge of: circuit analysis, AC/DC machinery, power systems
  • Skills: Organizational skills; Good verbal and written communication; Computer knowledge.
  • Abilities: Use of hand-held multimeters; Navigate control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates; troubleshooting skills. Recognize electrical hazards; Self-motivated.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: Associate

Disciplines Preferred:

Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Electromechanical Technology

Electronics Technology

Instrumentation Technology

Mechatronic Technology

Other comparable disciplines may be substituted for the disciplines listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds.

Due to after-hours response (call-out), individuals must live approximately 1 hour from designated work location

Due to the need to maneuver test equipment, individuals must be able to lift 50 lbs+.

Working Conditions

Outdoors 76-100%

Travel Up to 25%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Operating Machinery 76-100%

Other Working Conditions

Requires frequent travel (50%) to various substations across the Dominion Energy system, with some overnight stays.

Test Description

No Testing Required

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

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.

Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy

There are many reasons to work at Dominion Energy, but below are the top three reasons employees have shared with us. Click on each of the links to learn more!

About Dominion Energy

I am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter?s day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.

I am not just any energy? I am Dominion Energy.

We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry. We're shaping the future of energy in America.

Join us!

Facts:

·17,000 employees

·Headquarters: Richmond, VA

·16 states in the US

·$100 billion of assets

·Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions

·100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community

Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050

Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at .

Nearest Major Market: Richmond

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