Apprentice Power Plant CT Operator
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Job Summary
Dominion Energy South Carolina (DESC) seeks an Apprentice or Journeyman Gas Turbine Operator/Repairman at Saluda Hydroelectric Generating Plant located at the Lake Murray Dam near Columbia, SC.
This position has the following responsibilities and expectations:
- Operate heavy equipment such as a forklift or overhead crane.
- Ability to learn plant systems required safely operate plant equipment. This includes safe startup and shutdown of Hydro Turbines, Combustion Turbines, and all supporting systems.
- Perform routine electrical, instrumentation and mechanical maintenance.
- Troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
- Operating and maintenance of Coit Combustion Gas Turbines and Saluda Hydro Turbines.
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):
This position is physically demanding, and applicant must be in good physical condition. A successful applicant must be able to perform the following:
- 2+ years of power plant or industrial experience.
- Technical training in maintenance and operations is a plus.
- Welding certifications are a plus.
- Frequent climbing of tall structures at extreme heights.
- Heaving lifting at a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Work standing for prolonged periods.
- Work outside during inclement weather if necessary.
- Work on and operate boats.
- Work in confined spaces.
- Available to work overtime, call outs, weekends, and holidays to support outages as well as emergency and upset conditions as they occur. Occasional shift work is necessary to support plant operations.
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to wear a respirator and maintain annual respirator clearance.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
- Completion of high school or equivalent (i.e., GED) is required
Preferred: Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Instrumentation, Electrical, or another related field.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
- Required to obtain and maintain a Class D Wastewater License.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving history.
Working Conditions
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/
Export Control
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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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Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
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