Electrical Mechanic Trainee - Aldie, VA
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
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Job Summary
This position will be temporarily located in our Fishersville, VA until construction is complete on the new work location in Aldie, VA which is located in Loudon County, VA
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be exposed to the many facets of Substation, operation, and maintenance of the Electrical Substation System. Successful candidate will be working in a shop/warehouse environment in a stationary position for many hours at a time. Candidates will gain experience in panel construction, wiring, and print reading. Successful completion of a 18-month training program will also be a requirement.
- Follow engineered drawings to construct/ assemble electric substation panels.
- Inspect material. Help put away material.
- Electrical Mechanic to assemble electrical system equipment.
- Assemble electronic wiring and equipment.
- Construct and fabricate parts. Proficient with hand tools.
- Ability to read electrical wire diagrams and engineering plans.
- Problem solving skills
- Strong Communication skills
- Ability to work in a team utilize teamwork in a factory environment.
- Operating Forklift truck.
- Perform all duties, as assigned
The starting pay rate will be $30.77 per hour advancing progressively to $38.08 per hour after 18 months.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to carry up to 60 pounds
• Ability to work planned overtime when needed
• Ability to use hand tools, and power tools
• Computer application aptitude
• Ability to work within a shop, warehouse environment
Preferred Qualifications include:
• Prefer certification in CPR, First Aid or AED
• Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
• Prefer OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• Prefer Successful completion of 56-month Substation Electrician program
• Background in construction or related work environments
• Background in Electrical wiring and print reading
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Technical/Associates educations are advantageous
Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates
**We are accepting graduates with a June 2026 graduation date
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
This job requires “recommended” test results from Modern Hire Electrical Mechanic Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.
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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. 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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