What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Protection Technician T1 (Mt. Storm) position at Dominion Energy?
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Job Summary
The System Protection Technician T1 role performs maintenance, installation and corrective activities on system protection devices, control circuits, metering, and communication equipment (both data and PLC) within Dominion's Transmission, Distribution and Generating network. All maintenance, installation and corrective activities performed under direct supervision from Tech/Senior/Lead technician.
- This position ensures that appropriate compliance maintenance activities, applications, policies, and associated documentation are managed and maintained in support of ETFO's Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and Protective Relay and Control (PRC) programs
- Maintenance activities include instruction/guidance in routine cleaning, calibration and functional operational testing of all primary electro-mechanical and microprocessor protection applications
- Assists during routine testing and functional verification of all communications equipment including data, fiber optic, and power line carrier
- Assists during functional operational testing of substation auxiliary equipment and verification of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) data systems that provide the operating centers with real time operating and alarm information
- Assists with protective relay and control equipment repairs
- Installation activities include assisting Lead/Senior technicians' functional verification of all primary and secondary equipment as designed by Dominion and its manufacturers
- Corrective activities include assisting Lead/Senior technicians in analyzing alarms, identifying potential problems, and developing safe and effective basic corrective action investigation plans
- Activities regarding potential cyber issues related to protection and control devices require that security assessments be performed to verify the integrity of cyber security control at substation locations
- Successful candidate must be able to report to service territory within 90 mins
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:
System Protection T1: 0 to 1 year of directly related experience with a preferred Associate degree *Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.
- Basic understanding of substation equipment and protection system components found within the substation.
- Knowledge of: Testing electro-mechanical based relays; Microprocessor-based relay technology, including logic diagrams, variable equations; IEEE device numbers;
- Skills: Organizational skills; Good verbal and written communication; Computer knowledge.
- Abilities: Use of hand-held multimeters; Navigate control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates; Recognize electrical hazards; Self-motivated.
- 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 / below)
Education Requirements
Associate Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education
- We are considering applicants who are upcoming graduates who have a degree no later than August 31st, 2023
Disciplines Preferred:
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology
Electromechanical Technology
Electronics Technology
Instrumentation Technology
Mechatronic Technology
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds.
Due to after-hours response (call-out), individuals must live approximately 90 mins from designated work location
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
Will require working in hot or cold temperatures and/or inclement weather. Unfriendly animals, energized meters, and high crime areas are working conditions encountered to perform essential functions of the job
Test Description
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 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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