Associate Distribution Operator (DESC) / Distribution Operator (DESC)
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At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Job Summary
This position is available in Cayce, South Carolina.
This position performs switching and outage dispatching to include orders for field personnel to ensure safe work completion. Ensures all reporting is completed to keep management informed of system conditions, circuit outages, key and critical customer interruptions, and extended outages. Communicates with contact center personnel and on-call personnel in business offices on status of distribution outages and service restoration efforts; investigates customer issues, troubleshoots the nature of outage to identify the responsible party and helps customer understand and resolve internal electrical issues without dispatching a truck; estimates arrival time for crews and communicates outage information; dispatches trouble orders, communicates switching needed to resolve outage and issues hot line tags/clearance, instructs switching steps, releases hot line tags.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Associate Distribution Operator:
0 - 2 years in utility operations or comparable work environment
Knowledge of basic computer skills of Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated knowledge of electric operations technical terminology and operating procedures.
Distribution Operator:
One (1) year DE Associate Distribution Operator experience.
OR
Four (4) years’ experience as a DE Journeyman lineman/Journeyman Substation Electrician/Technical Specialist or commensurate experience.
OR
Two (2) year Associates degree in a technical field and two (2) years’ experience in a utility operations or related work environment.
OR
Military Experience - Certified Nuclear Reactor Electrical Operator (or comparable electric certification) and four (4) years’ military experience in an electric distribution operations related work environment or commensurate experience.
Required experience in OMS, SCADA, CIS,CSR Desktop, NXT Communicator, CADS, Web Portal.
Excellent PC Skills.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Works well in a team environment.
Comprehends electric operations technical terminology and operating procedures.
Must be able available to work after hours, schedule overtime, and call out for emergencies and storm restoration.
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 above.
Education Requirements
Education Level:
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate Distribution Operator
Minimum requirements include a high school diploma/GED or two (2) year Associates degree in a technical field or completion of ICS T&D Apprentice Technician/Electrician/Lineman courses.
Distribution Operator:
Four (4) years’ experience as a Dominion Energy – South Carolina Journeyman lineman/Journeyman Substation Electrician/Technical Specialist
OR
Two (2) year Associates degree in a technical field and two (2) years’ experience in a utility operations or related work environment.
OR
Military Experience - Certified Nuclear Reactor Electrical Operator (or comparable electric certification) and four (4) years’ military experience in an electric distribution operations related work environment.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Associates degree in a technical field or completion of ICS T&D Apprentice Technician/Electrician/Lineman courses.
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
Must be able to travel as needed and, in certain cases, travel could significantly exceed 25%
Test Description
No Testing Required
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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