Instrument Technician I, II, or III

Dominion Energy; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an Instrument Technician I, II, or III to inspect, test, service, and install instrumentation in a power station. The role may involve leading control system upgrades, maintaining documentation, and mentoring less experienced technicians.

Candidates may need an Associate's Degree in electronics or related tech (or HS diploma with substantial experience) with progressive responsibilities and a valid driver's license. OT may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or related tech with 0–2+ years in industrial environment OR HS diploma with 2+ years experience.
• AT II: Associate degree with at least 3 years or HS with at least 5 years.
• AT III: Associate degree with at least 5+ years or HS with at least 7 years in industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, service, repair, configure, calibrate, and install instrumentation in a power station.
• Lead control system upgrades and/or modifications; maintain drawings and configuration documentation.
• May train and guide less experienced Instrument Technicians.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Configuration drawings

Driver's license

Education

Associate's Degree in Electronics or related technology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Emerson Ovation controls

PLC programming

Job description

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.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, 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.

Job Summary

Dominion Energy seeks a highly motivated Instrument Technician I, II, or III. There is one position available that will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Inspect, test, service, repair, configure, calibrate, and install indicating, recording, and automatic control instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, thermometers, regulators, systems, and similar components in a power station. Locate cause of defective performance of instruments, report findings to supervisor, and replace component parts as required. Use portable pressure gauges, manometer, and other similar test equipment. Perform preventive maintenance. Test flue gas, read meters, and record data as required. This level works on complex and detailed systems and equipment. Perform required engineering functions for control loop modifications. Maintain drawings and configuration documentation as related to instrumentation. Act as project leader for control system upgrades and/or modifications. May train and guide less experienced Instrument Technicians.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):

• Instrument Technician I: Associate's Degree in Electronics or related technology, with 0 - 2+ years of related experience in an industrial environment OR High School Diploma or GED with at least 2 years of related experience in an industrial environment.
• Instrument Technician II: Associate's Degree in Electronics or related technology, with at least 3 years of related experience in an industrial environment OR High School Diploma or GED with at least 5 years of related experience in an industrial environment.
• Instrument Technician III: Associate's Degree in Electronics or related technology, with at least 5+ years of related experience in an industrial environment OR High School Diploma or GED with at least 7 years of related experience in an industrial environment.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Both Levels:

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot various components.
• Ability to utilize configuration drawings.
• Valid Driver's license.

Preferences (If you meet any of these preferences, be sure to include them in your resume):

• Fossil power station instrumentation and controls experience;
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS)
• Start-up/operational support experience for fossil power plants;
• Experience with Emerson Ovation controls
• Control system upgrade experience;
• PLC experience (to include ladder logic programming)
• Must have availability and flexibility to work OT as needed, including days, nights, and weekends.

Education Requirements

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

Preferred Disciplines: Preferred: Technical Studies

Other disciplimes may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Working Conditions

Cold 51-75% Energized Wires 51-75% Fumes 51-75% Heat 51-75% Loud Noise 51-75% Office Work Environment Up to 25% Operating Machinery 51-75% Outdoors 51-75% Travel 51-75%

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/ (Other Sites)

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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