Apprentice Power Plant CT Operator

Job Summary

A Power Plant CT Operator-Apprentice position is available with the Southern Gas Turbine generation department, reporting to Hagood Generating Station located in Charleston, South Carolina.  The Southern Gas Turbine Generating group consists of three simple cycle gas turbine generators with a combined total generation of 140 megawatts, as well as a 50-megawatt Combustion Turbine that is located at Bushy Park in Goose Creek, South Carolina. This position is responsible for:

• Troubleshooting electrical, electronic, instrumentation, control, switchgear, exciter, and mechanical problems related to simple cycle combustion turbine-generator units
• Performs I&C and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and systems
• Operates all plant equipment
• Performs other manual or administrative work as assigned.

Pay for this position ranges from $31.91 to $42.83 per hour based on experience.

The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below.

• 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 under Minimum Requirements. 

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):

• 2-4 years' work experience with a High School Diploma or GED is required 
• Education and/or experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance with an emphasis on electrical.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and digital control system problems related to combustion turbines and generators
• Experience operating, inspecting, and maintaining turbines, motors, pumps, fans, compressors, and valves in an industrial environment
• Starting pay commensurate with qualifications and experience
   

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent is preferred.
• PLC troubleshooting and programming experience
• Experience performing duties associated with mechanical maintenance, operations, and electrical troubleshooting
• Strong instrumentation and controls experience which would include experience with digital controls systems
• The ability to change settings, perform minor programming changes, system backups, and have a good understanding of function block and ladder logic
• A working knowledge of computer operations to include Microsoft applications
• Applicants must have the ability to work well independently and as part of a small work team with limited supervision

Education Requirements

Completion of high school or equivalent (i.e., GED) is required. 

Preferred - Associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

• Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving history.
• Required to obtain and maintain a Class D Wastewater License.

Working Conditions

• This is a dynamic position that requires applicants to be in good physical condition.
•  Applicants must be able to work standing for prolonged periods, work outside in inclement weather, climb structures, work in confined spaces; perform heavy lifting, and wear a respirator and maintain annual respirator qualifications.  
• Additional requirements include being available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays to operate the units and support outages as well as emergency and upset conditions as they occur. This position is subject to callouts and response within an hour.

Test Description

This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) 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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