Automotive Mechanic Trainee
Job Summary
The Fleet Maintenance group is seeking an entry level Automotive Mechanic Trainee for our Herndon, VA Shop. This position can placed in a Step 1, 2, or 3 level based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Working with our customers in the Construction, Operations, Substation, Transmission and other departments to understand their needs and issues.
- Performing various Preventative Maintenance tasks, including oil and other fluid changes, tire changes, etc.
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing light duty vehicles, diesel engines, hydraulic equipment, drive trains, air brakes, etc.
- Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed in the garage or other worksite.
- Leveraging technology to analyze issues, track customer needs, time spent on maintenance / repair tasks, parts used during maintenance/repair activities, etc.
- Overtime will be required to support the needs of our customers due to peak or critical work periods providing additional earnings potential.
- Majority of work will be performed in a shop environment, although outdoor response is sometimes needed.
- Work associated with this position can be very physically demanding.
- Perform all other duties, as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- HS diploma or GED
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license; must obtain a CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL prior to 6 months of employment
- General knowledge of gas combustion engines, diesel engines, air conditioning
- Must possess basic hand tools or willing to purchase tools needed to perform the job
- Pass drug screening and background checks and be eligible to obtain a state inspection license after an appropriate amount of time in training program
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional combustion engine mechanic or graduate of a recognized Automotive Mechanic Training school
- Experience in electrical systems diagnostics and repair
- Experience in Air Conditioning diagnostics, repair and A/C certification
- Experience in Engine ignition diagnostics and repair
- Experience in hydraulics
- Heavy Truck certification
- State Inspection license
- Commercial Driver's license
- Career and Technical Education Center (CTE) graduates
- Military veterans
Education Requirements
- HS diploma or GED degree is required for this position
Licenses, Certifications, or Qualifications
- Driver's License is required
Work Conditions
- Cold
- Up to 25% Dust / Grease / Oil
- 76-100% Fumes
- Up to 25% Heat
- 26-50% Loud Noise
- Office Work Environment
- Up to 25% Operating Machinery
- Outdoors
- Up to 25% Pressurized Lines & Valves
- Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA
Benefits
To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.
About the Role
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.
Qualifications
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Skills
None specified in the job posting.
Benefits
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.
Pay
Starting Hourly Rate: $25.78/hr - $28.19/hr -$30.61/hr (Based on Level assessed at)
Schedule
N/A