Dominion Energy

Offshore Wind Technician I

Norfolk, VA

About This Job

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

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

Perform service and maintenance on wind turbines, balance of plant and safety systems. Inspect the exterior and physical integrity of towers. Climb towers to inspect or repair turbine equipment. Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis. Supports in the collection, analysis, and generation of compliance reports to support Dominion's North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) compliance regulatory requirements. Assists in the maintenance of BES cyber assets including but not limited to Cyber security patching, password maintenance, BES Cyber asset identification and inventory, audit evidence gathering and other activities as assigned. Assist with troubleshooting errors on wind turbines. Assists with testing electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical and hydraulic systems, mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions. Service offshore substation systems, onshore substations, and fiber optic sensing and control systems. Replace worn or malfunctioning components. Escalate technical issues to supporting engineering departments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

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0-2 years of relevant work experience in a mechanical, electrical, hydraulic maintenance/troubleshooting in a military, industrial 0r automotive setting.

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Hands on work experience as a Field Service Technician at a Wind Power site.

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Require medical certification must be maintained while working in an offshore wind environment and the physical assessment must be renewed every two years.

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Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces. Climb Wind towers (up to 00 feet) multiple times and at times without climbing aids or lifts.

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Must have a current medical certificate and must pass a physical administered by a medical practitioner to ensure ability to safely perform the job functions and meet the physical demands of the position. Due to weight limits on equipment, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 265 pounds.

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Excellent customer service skills and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment. Good computer skills; (Microsoft Office applications).

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Demonstrate initiative and motivation to learn new tasks and technologies. Strong ability to organize and plan daily/weekly work with a high level of quality orientation, ability to analyze and resolve problems independently with a high level of results orientation.

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Be self-motivated, able to think quickly and address issues as they arise.

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Ability to work with a diverse work team is required, along with the ability to analyze and resolve issues independently and efficiently.

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Work in stressful, dangerous situations, and participate in the development of new field procedures and best practices.

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Flexibility to work outside planned hours, including nights and weekends as needed and on-call. Requirement: Technician Occupation Selection System (TECH) test.

Education Requirements

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

Associates

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Travel Up to 25%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job including but not limited to: Ladder climbing minimum 267 steps, up stair climbing, standing for long periods, walking, lifting, bending, twisting, work above shoulders, pushing, pulling, and exposure to vibrations, chemicals, confined spaces and extreme weather conditions.

Test Description

This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Technician (TECH) 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/

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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