System Protection Technician T1/T2 (Mt. Storm, WV)

About the role

The System Protection Field Operations team works with system protection relays and data communication equipment across Dominion Energy's substations as the last line of defense to catch any errors before equipment is energized. This role is part of the System Protection Development Program, designed to build foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for performing System Protection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside senior team members to gain practical experience.
• Prepare and participate in Pre-Job Briefs to identify hazards and critical tasks.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of protection and control equipment.
• Verify the functionality and communication of protection assets during installation.
• Contribute to the verification of station alarms.
• Participate in the acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices.
• Aid in the installation of network-based protection schemes or other protection schemes utilizing new technologies.
• Maintain and test protection systems within defined maintenance intervals, addressing regulatory requirements and system reliability.
• Perform electromechanical/microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities with minimal guidance.
• Complete all compliance paperwork and supporting documentation.
• Apply Cyber Security controls per Dominion Energy standards.

Requirements

• System Protection Technician T1: 0-1 years of relevant experience with required education set forth in the “Education Requirements” section of this posting.
• System Protection Technician T2: 1-2 years of directly related experience with required education set forth in the “Education Requirements” section of this posting.

Qualifications

• 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, or other comparable disciplines.
• Alternative: Military experience with at least 5 years of military technical training/education components in electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, basic electrical principals and calculations, Ohms Law, Fault isolations, and multimeter applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: System Protection Technician T1: $58,700 - $76,200; System Protection Technician T2: $65,500 - $85,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance.