Instrument Technician I/II/III
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Groups using the 3-2 schedule:
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Groups using the week on, week off schedule:
We offer a hybrid work schedule (one week in the office, one week of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
Job Summary
Millstone Power Station seeks a highly motivated Instrument Technician I/II or III. This position available that will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Under general supervision, this role performs a full range of inspection, testing, service, repair, calibration, and install indicating, recording, and automatic control instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermometers, regulators, and similar components in a power station. Locate cause of defective performance of instruments, report findings to supervisor, and replace component parts as required. Use portable pressure gauges, manometer, and other similar test equipment. Perform preventive maintenance. Test flue gas, read meters, and record data as required. Perform tuning tasks on single loop controls. Maintain and perform necessary changes to drawings related to instrumentation. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Will proficiently perform assignments having the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience needed to carry out all aspects of the job; exercise independent judgment and decision-making in planning; organize and conduct work assignments; may receive instructions and guidance on unusual or complex problems and knows when to get others involved; effectively utilizes the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to problems encountered in work assignments; and identifies and eliminates unnecessary work and non-value added activities.
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 are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN I
- 0-2 years relevant experience (instrumentation and controls).
- Knowledge of automatic control instruments such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, vibration detectors, thermocouples, regulators, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), and other components similar to what is found in a power station.
- Experience demonstrating technical knowledge of control instrumentation.
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN II
- At least three (3) plus years relevant experience (instrumentation and controls).
- Knowledge of automatic control instruments such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, vibration detectors, thermocouples, regulators, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), and other components similar to what is found in a power station.
- Experience demonstrating technical knowledge of control instrumentation.
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN III
- At least five (5) plus years relevant experience (instrumentation and controls).
- Knowledge of automatic control instruments such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, vibration detectors, thermocouples, regulators, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), and other components similar to what is found in a power station.
- Experience demonstrating technical knowledge of control instrumentation.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate
Discipline Preferred: Technical
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Dependent on sharing functional responsibilities for the position. North Anna and Surry must meet ANS 3.1 12/79, Section 4.5.2Millstone must meet ANSI N18.1-1971, Section 4.5.2
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/
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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 Secondary Market: Chesterfield
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