Intern - Urquhart Station Mechanical Maintenance
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Job Summary
We are offering an opportunity for an individual aspiring to work with power generation mechanical and electrical plant components. This opportunity will be at our Power Generation Urquhart Station generating plants. This is a part-time position with an individual pursuing an associate degree while performing 15 to 20 hours of work at Urquhart Station per week. The schedule will vary depending on the individual’s class schedule.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems associated with power generation equipment.
- Supporting work on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), motor control systems, smart field devices, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
- Working alongside experienced Maintenance Journeymen to learn and apply power plant maintenance practices.
- Utilizing technical drawings, blueprints, CAD systems, and other engineering documentation.
- Assisting Maintenance personnel in understanding the operation, maintenance, and reliability of power plant equipment.
- Performing work in an industrial environment that may involve climbing, bending, lifting heavy equipment, and standing for extended periods.
- Working both indoors and outdoors, including during adverse weather conditions.
- Working in areas near water, including docks, boats, and barges, when required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
- Industrial Maintenance/Operations or related mechanical degree
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
Education Requirements
- Electronics Technology or Production Operator
- Have successfully completed at least one year in one of the approved programs at a 2 year associate or technical school
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Test Description
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What You'll Get
Hourly Rate:
$23.00 - $24.00
The hourly rate listed is the rate we anticipate paying for this position. If a range is listed, the actual hourly rate offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's degree type, academic major, and/or school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).
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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