Automotive Mechanic (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.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

The Fleet Maintenance Group is seeking an Automotive Mechanic for the Charlottesville, Va shop. This position can be placed in a Step 4,5,6,7,8,9, 10, or 11 level based on experience and assessment.

The starting range based on the level / step is $27.67 - $47.96/hr.

The essential job duties and responsibilities of this position will include the ability to diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance on the many different types of equipment in our fleet. This includes both on- and off-road equipment with diesel and gasoline engines, automatic and manual transmissions. To complete some or all of this position’s essential job duties, the successful candidate will be required to utilize equipment with strict weight restrictions, including, but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, and ariel lifts and therefore may not exceed a weight of 290lbs.

More specifically, the successful candidate will develop skills to prepare themselves for further advancement in the Automotive Mechanic Development Program in the Fleet Maintenance department. Specific Automotive Mechanic functions include but are not limited to the following activities:

Working with our customers in the Construction, Operations, Substation, Transmission, and other departments to understand their needs and issues.

Performing various Preventative Maintenance tasks, including oil and other fluid changes, tire changes, etc.

Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing light duty vehicles, diesel engines, hydraulic equipment, drivetrains, air brakes, etc.

Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed in the garage or other worksite.

Leveraging technology to analyze issues, track customer needs, time spent on maintenance / repair tasks, parts used during maintenance/repair activities, etc.

Overtime will be required to support the needs of our customers due to peak or critical work periods providing additional earnings potential.

Majority of work will be performed in a shop environment, although outdoor response is sometimes needed. Work associated with this position can be very physically demanding.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Required Qualifications:

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Valid Driver's License is required.

Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil 76-100%

Fumes Up to 25%

Heat 26-50%

Loud Noise 26-50%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Pressurized Lines & Valves Up to 25%

Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

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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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