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Offshore Wind Operator (Associate - Senior) (Norfolk, Virginia)

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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.
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Job Summary

This role has the responsibility and authority to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. This role performs critical, reliability-related tasks associated with operating a NERC Medium Impact facility without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within Dominion Energy. Develops, revises, and maintains Dominion Energy standard operating procedures and practices. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provide a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Responds to process and equipment alarms and takes appropriate corrective measures. Provides data for the short and long-term maintenance planning process. Controls power generation and balance of plant equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Supports NERC compliance program reporting. Analyzes advanced pattern recognition and predictive maintenance data to identify equipment defects. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage. Coordinates generation outages with Market Operations Center (MOC) and Systems Operations Center (SOC).

Associate Offshore Wind Operator: 0-2 years of directly related experience

Offshore Wind Operator: 3+ years of directly related experience.

Senior Offshore Wind Operator: 5+ years of directly related experience

Thorough understanding of generation, transmission or distribution operations & maintenance. Ability to interpret data to inform maintenance needs and identify process improvements. Effective communication skills to work across departments, ensuring smooth coordination of maintenance activities. Skilled at handling shifting priorities, managing multiple tasks, and improving efficiency. Understanding of safety and regulatory policies.

Education Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Renewable Energy, or related field.

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education

Working Conditions

Travel Up to 25%

Test Description

No testing required.

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What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

Associate Offshore Wind $52,800- $68,600
Offshore Wind Operator $65,500 -$85,000
Senior Offshore Wind Operator $81,9000 - $106,400

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: 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, click here: dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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