Dominion Energy Hiring for Operator-Asst-Plant at Beech Island, SC Full Time

Job Summary

This entry level position is at Urquhart Station which is part of the DESC Power Generation Group and will be responsible for learning how to operate a steam plant in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner; Performing routine plant inspection rounds, which include but are not limited to, equipment lubrication, vibration monitoring of equipment, troubleshooting, and monitoring of unit conditions during plant startup and shutdown; assisting Shift Supervisor through the isolating and tagging of equipment for maintenance by using established Lockout and Tagout procedures and preparing the equipment for return to operation; and expected to qualify as part of the plant’s fire brigade, hazmat team and first responder team.

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 below.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 0 – 1 year work experience with motors, pumps, fans, and valves or related experience.
• Must be able to work independently and with others.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to qualify and wear a respirator and maintain annual respirator requalification.
• Must be able to do heavy lifting, climbing to high elevation, working in confined spaces.
• Work rotating shifts, holidays, scheduled and unscheduled overtime and during inclement weather.
• Must be able to demonstrate mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to understand and troubleshoot complex operating systems and controls, evaluate and determine when corrective work orders should be written and capable of making good decisions during an emergency or abnormal conditions.

Education Requirements

Completion of high school or equivalent (i.e., GED) is required.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving history.

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

This position is a 12 hour rotating shift that requires weekends, holidays, and unscheduled overtime. In addition, may have to work inclement weather.

Test Description

This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Plant Operators Selection System (POSS) 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/