Substation System Protection Technician (T1/T2)

Dominion Energy; Mount Storm (WV); On-site; USD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy seeks candidates for System Protection Technician roles as part of a structured development program. You’ll gain hands‑on experience alongside senior technicians in substations, contributing to protection schemes, testing, and documentation.

The program emphasizes safety, learning progression, and potential movement to T2 with increasing responsibilities. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of relevant experience with required education as noted in the posting.
• Basic understanding of substation equipment and protection system components.
• Knowledge of testing electro‑mechanical relays and microprocessor‑based relay technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and commissioning of protection and control equipment.
• Verify functionality and communication of protection assets during installation.
• Complete compliance paperwork and supporting documentation.

Skills

Substation basics

Electrical theory

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or Advanced Post Secondary diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

Dominion Energy seeks candidates for System Protection Technician roles as part of a structured development program. You’ll gain hands‑on experience alongside senior technicians in substations, contributing to protection schemes, testing, and documentation.

The program emphasizes safety, learning progression, and potential movement to T2 with increasing responsibilities. Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits is offered.