Electrical Equipment Technician T1

About the role

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 foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform Electrical Equipment tasks while working alongside senior team members to gain hands-on experience during construction projects and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• 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 vacuum bottles and aerial lifts.
• Engage in maintenance activities as defined by each business area’s maintenance program to meet regulatory requirements and ensure system reliability.
• 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.
• 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 support Dominion Energy’s service territory through tasks such as:

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

Requirements

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. 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 are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Electrical Equipment Technician T1

• 0-1 years of relevant experience with required education.
• 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.
• 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

Minimum education required is either an Associate’s degree, Advanced Post Secondary diploma, or the required military experience outlined below.

• Associate’s degree or Advanced Post Secondary diploma by December 2026, in one of the following preferred disciplines: Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology, Mechatronic Technology. Other comparable disciplines may be substituted.
• As an alternative, the company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the following qualifications: Total of 5 years of military experience that includes at least 1 year of military technical training/education, including on-the-job training, in electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, basic electrical principles and calculations, Ohm's Law, fault isolations, and multimeter applications.

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

Pay

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

• Electric Equipment Technician T1: $58,700 - $76,200
• Electric Equipment Technician T2: $65,500 - $85,000

The expected hiring base salary range is the range anticipated for hiring within this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location.

Benefits

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees, including:

• 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.

To learn more about our benefits, visit dombenefits.com.