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Dominion Energy is committed to supporting employees in furthering their education and professional development. Through our partnerships with accredited colleges and universities, credits earned in our Technician Assistant Development Program can be applied toward an Associate's degree or other relevant qualifications. Many educational institutions offer flexible course options-including online, hybrid, and evening classes-designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals, making it easier to pursue a degree while continuing to work full-time.

Eligible employees can voluntarily enroll and complete courses at accredited institutions while receiving education assistance from Dominion Energy to help cover tuition costs. To qualify for tuition reimbursement, participants must be regular, active employees and meet the requirements outlined in our Education Assistance Program.

This is a valuable opportunity for successful candidates to grow their skills, earn a degree, and build a brighter future-while working with a company that invests in your success.

Disclaimer: Education assistance is available to regular, active employees who meet eligibility requirements. Participation in the program is voluntary and subject to the terms of Dominion Energy's Education Assistance Program, which may change at any time. Courses taken through a community college must not conflict with the employee's normal work schedule and must be completed outside of regular working hours.

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.

Concurrent with the development program requirements, successful candidates will be responsible for various technical and administrative duties necessary to support the ETFO field organization in the maintenance, installation, and corrective actions associated with Dominion Energy's Transmission, Distribution, and Generating network. Under direct supervision from experienced team members and leadership, duties to be performed will include but are not limited to:

• Prepare material and equipment for work activities.
• Ensure test equipment availability.
• Pull stock materials.
• Print work orders.
• Order parts and materials.
• Return equipment to manufacturer for warranty repair.
• Manage test equipment calibration program.
• Operate company vehicle as required to support duties.
• Deliver parts and materials to job sites. Vehicle inspections.

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

Technical Assistant I: 0-1 years of basic knowledge of electrical and electronic theory experience

All Levels:

• 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.

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are preferred for entry into this job include the following:

All Levels:

• Familiar with control drawings or wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Prior experience in working with electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical concepts and applications.
• Prior experience in electrical or electrical system troubleshooting and repairs.
• Knowledge of test equipment used to perform commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Knowledge of software used to perform commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.

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 

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.