Maintenance Operator Trainee
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Job Summary
Dominion Generation is seeking qualified applicants for Maintenance Operator Trainee positions at Possum Point Power Station.
As a Maintenance Operator Trainee, you will be required to operate and maintain power station equipment. This includes:
Inspecting, operating and monitoring equipment used in the production of electricity
Performing daily routine operations
Isolating/tagging equipment for maintenance
Valve operations
Making entries into computer-based logbooks
Performing maintenance on major industrial equipment such as pumps, turbines, and power station mechanical equipment
Performing maintenance on batteries, motors, switchgear, motor operated valves, and other power station electrical equipment
The starting pay rate is $23.31 per hour and increases through each step in the 56-month development program.
*Maintenance Operator Trainees work 12-hour rotating shifts.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):
A high school diploma or GED
Valid state driver's license
Ability to work around dust, grease, dirt, be exposed to weather conditions, loud noise, and machinery.
Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift work that can include days, nights, holidays, and weekends.
Strongly Preferred Skills & Experience:
Journeyman craftsman experience and/or candidates who have power plant/power generation operational or maintenance experience.
United States active military and military veterans who have relevant technical experience; 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 (above/below)
A minimum of three (3) years experience in operating and maintaining major industrial equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, turbines and electrical switchgear in an industrial environment (e.g. shipyard, military, manufacturing, or power station), or industrial machine shop experience (i.e. with CNC and lathe).
Education Requirements
Education Level: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education: High school diploma or GED
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Cold 51-75%
Confined Spaces 26-50%
Dust / Grease / Oil 51-75%
Fumes 51-75%
Heat 51-75%
Loud Noise 51-75%
Office Work Environment Up to 25%
Operating Machinery 51-75%
Outdoors 76-100%
Travel Up to 25%
Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Plant Operators Selection System (POSS) aptitude test, administered on site during the pre-employment process. To view the practice test, cut and paste the following URL in your browser, https://careers.dominionenergy.com/content/Pre-Employment-Testing/
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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 and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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