Operations Specialist I / II / III (HERNDON, VA)

 

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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 below will be considered for this opportunity. 



 

 

Job Summary

There is one position which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

 

This role is responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective activities on electric distribution protective devices and equipment outside of the substation fence (reclosers, sectionalizes, switches and other devices), the associated control and automation circuits, and data communications equipment (fiber optic, cellular modem, landline, etc.) within Dominion Energy's distribution system. This role requires regular field visits and provides coverage for all automated distribution equipment in Dominion Energy's service territory.

Installation and commissioning activities include the review of engineering designs for protection and automation schemes, control application drawings, logic diagrams, protection set points, and SCADA data communication interfaces. This role assists local operations/construction and distribution engineers in the setting of protective and automation controls and the functional testing of primary and secondary protective equipment to ensure installation per Dominion Energy and/or manufacturer's design and standard. This role assists distribution engineers and others in developing in-service verification and final commissioning procedures on new company and customer protection and automation schemes and equipment interface controls, including DG (Distributed Generation) sights.

Maintenance activities include routine calibration and functional testing of microprocessor-controlled devices, and other distribution line protective device equipment and their associated control systems. These maintenance activities require a comprehensive knowledge of the protection and automation schemes and associated data communication equipment interfaces necessary to provide the Regional Operations Centers with critical protective
equipment Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry.

Additional responsibilities include

•    Train, support, and provide direction to peers and co-workers.
•    Provide sequence of events support for operational issues and customer inquiries.
•    Maintain distribution control diagram files, control test records, test procedures, methods, and service advisories.
•    Participate in after hours emergency storm restoration and other operational activities.
•    Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Job responsibilities may require extended hours and extended travel to the furthest reaches of Dominion Energy's service territory. Some instances may require overnight travel. All tasks must be performed with the highest emphasis on safety, reliability, and customer service.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Operations Specialist I: 1+ years of related experience.

Operations Specialist II: 3+ years of related experience.

Operations Specialist Ill: 5+ years of related experience.

 

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the electric distribution system.
  • Some Knowledge of the electric transmission system.
  • Proficient using personal and mainframe computer systems.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of electricity fundamentals and protective device coordination.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of microprocessor-based protection technology, including logic diagrams, communication interfaces, and fiber optic networks.
  • Ability to understand and test complex protective relay control/automation schemes and remote terminal units.
  • Ability to adapt to emerging priorities and consistent change.
  • Ability to perform in high-pressure situations with tight deadlines.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of SCADA data communication equipment interfaces.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Effective oral and written communication.
  • Self-starter and self-motivated.
  • Effective planner, organizer, leader, decision maker, and multi-tasker.
  • Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and tools.
  • Must be able to meet North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) qualifications requirements.
  • Ability to safely operate a company vehicle.
  • In high volume, congested traffic.
  • For long distances to outer limits of coverage area.
  • Across rural secondary roads.
  • In inclement weather.
  • Across off-road terrain.


United States military veterans and service members who meet qualifications are encouraged to apply. 

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Associate

Disciplines Preferred:

  • Instrumentation Technology
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
  • Electronics
  • Electromechanical Technology
  • Electronics Technology

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%
Heat Up to 25%
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

 

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. 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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Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy

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1. Safety Centric Work Environment
2. Generous Pay and Benefits
3. Collaborative & Inclusive Culture 

About Dominion Energy

I am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter’s day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.
 
I am not just any energy… I am Dominion Energy.
 
We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry.  We're shaping the future of energy in America.
 
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·17,000 employees
·Headquarters: Richmond, VA
·16 states in the US
·$100 billion of assets
·Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
·100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community

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Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at sustainability.dominionenergy.com.


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