Electric Transmission Field Ops Technical Assistant I

Job Summary

Successful candidates will participate in Electric Transmission Field Operation's (ETFO) Technical Assistant Development program. This three-year program is designed to ensure ETFO personnel develop the electrical principles and basic technical knowledge to prepare for a System Protection Technician or Electrical Equipment Technician position.

This position will support our system protection team located at our Herndon location. This team specializes in protective relaying, control circuits, and operational technology systems, ensuring the reliability and functionality of Dominion Energy’s transmission and distribution network through diagnostic testing and troubleshooting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Maintains a clean job site and eliminates hazards when identified.
• Adheres to corporate and departmental safety protocols.
• Effective computer skills with software such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must live within a reasonable travel range (1 hour) of the service territory.
• Desire to learn and grow within the organization.

Education Requirements

• Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree): High School Graduate, GED
• Preferred completion of a Vocational-Technical (VoTech) program or certificate with a focus in:
• Electrical and Electronics Technology
• Electromechanical Technology
• Mechatronics or Industrial Maintenance
• Computer Applications and Office Technology
• Technical Communication
• Or similar technical program

Working Conditions

• Test Description
• Export Control

Qualifications

• 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.