Co-op - Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

Dominion Energy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation

401k contributions and matches

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is offering a Spring 2027 co-op opportunity for a student to work with mechanical and electrical plant components at our Power Generation generating plants. You will assist with maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment, including PLCs, VFDs, motor controllers, smart field devices, and DCS controls.

You will collaborate with qualified I&C journeymen and Operations staff to understand and support plant operation, in a role

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College in a program leading to an associate degree.
• Must be studying Electronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronics Technology, or General Technology (Mechatronics).
• Have at least a 3.0 overall grade point average.
• Graduation date in 2027 or 2028.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment of the generating unit at the assigned location.
• Work with qualified I&C journeymen in maintenance of power plant equipment.
• Work with Operations personnel to understand and assist with the operation of power plant equipment.
• Work in a physical environment involving climbing, bending and lifting heavy power plant equipment, and standing for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally work outdoors and during inclement weather.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

PLC

VFDs

DCS

Education

Electronics Engineering Technology

Industrial Electronics Technology

General Technology (Mechatronics)

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

DCS

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Co-op - Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

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.

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

Job Summary

During the Spring semester 2027, we are offering an opportunity for an individual aspiring to work with mechanical and electrical plant components. This opportunity will be in our Power Generationgenerating plants.

• Assisting with maintaining, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation equipment of the generating unit at the assigned location. Includes Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), motor controllers, smart field devices, and Distributed Control System (DCS) controls.
• Working with qualified I&C journeymen experienced in the maintenance of the power plant equipment.
• Working with Operations personnel to understand and assist with the operation of power plant equipment.
• Working in a physical environment involving climbing, bending and lifting heavy power plant equipment, and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally working outdoors and during inclement weather.

Locations include Cope, Columbia, and Wateree SC

• Have permission of the Program Coordinator or Division Dean.
• Must be enrolled at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
• Seeking degree in Electronics Engineering Technology; Industrial Electronics Technology; General Technology (Mechatronics – Primary; Industrial Maintenance – Secondary

Education Requirements

Students applying for these co-op positions must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be enrolled as a student at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College in a program leading to an associate degree.
• Must be studying Electronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Electronics Technology, or General Technology (Mechatronics)
• Have at least a3.0 overall grade point average.
• Graduation date in 2027 or 2028.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

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

Test Description

No Testing Required

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.

What You'll Get

Hourly Rate:

$22.00 - $24.00

The hourly rate listed is the rate we anticipate paying for this position. If a range is listed, the actual hourly rate offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's degree type, academic major, and/or school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).

Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• health
• dental
• vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
• vacation
• retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches
• paid holidays

• tuition reimbursement
• bonus eligibility
• sick leave
• disability insurance

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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Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at sustainability.dominionenergy.com .

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