Instructor/Senior Instructor (Switching) (Chester, VA)
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Job Summary
This posting is for a single position, to be filled based on the candidate's experience, skills, and abilities. This role involves creating, instructing, and evaluating technical training for Dominion Energy’s Distribution and Transmission switch operator training programs. The candidate should have expertise in electric grid operations and monitoring, transmission and distribution device switching and oversight. They will act as a subject matter expert in areas such as distribution, transmission, substation switch operations, and regional switching procedures, safety protocols, and work methods. Responsibilities also include consulting with business partners to define and document work processes, staying updated on regulatory changes, and assessing their impact on policies and training. Additional duties may be assigned.
This position is located in Chester, VA. Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
Instructor Level: 3+ years of experience plus a Bachelor’s degree, or 5+ years of experience plus an Associate's Degree, or 7+ years of experience plus a High School Diploma/GED
Senior Instructor Level: 5+ years of experience plus a Bachelor's Degree, or 7+ years of experience plus an Associate's Degree, or 9+ years of experience plus a High School Diploma/GED
The required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience for this position include:
- Must have obtained the switching supervisor credentials
- Distribution & Transmission line and substation knowledge
- Distribution and/or Transmission switching experience
- Electric transmission and distribution operating center experience.
- In-depth subject matter expertise in technical area of instruction
- Thorough understanding of business processes related to Distribution & Transmission switching
- In depth knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design
- Proficiency in equipment operation/troubleshooting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent personal computer skills
- Competency in using software applications critical to target audience
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Good coaching skills
- Ability to work well with minimal supervision
- Ability to analyze job tasks and develop training materials
- Ability to train and lead others
- Ability to interface with regulatory personnel and industry peers
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor
Preferred Discipline: Education
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred disciplines(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Graduate of related Dominion Development Program preferred North Anna and Surry must meet ANS 3.1 12/79, Section 4.4.7.2. Candidates for Sr Instructor positions in Nuclear at Innsbrook must meet ANSI/ANS 3.1 1993, Section 4.5.4
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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 dombenefits.com.
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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