System Protection Technician T1/T2 - Surry

Dominion Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a System Protection Technician in Kentucky. The role supports installation, testing, and maintenance of protective relays and OT systems at field substations. Training under the System Protection Development Program helps you build technical skills with senior mentorship.

Preferred candidates have related education or military experience and a strong focus on safety and documentation. Local travel and a structured progression are expected.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of relevant experience with required education section.
• Basic understanding of substation equipment and protection components.
• Knowledge of testing electromechanical relays and microprocessor-based relays.
• Strong communication, organization, and computer skills.
• 1-2 years of related experience with required education.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and commissioning of protection equipment.
• Verify protection assets' functionality and communication during installation.
• Participate in acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices.
• Maintain and test protection systems within maintenance intervals.
• Complete compliance paperwork and protection-related documentation.
• Apply Cyber Security controls per Dominion Energy standards.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders during construction activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-motivated

hand-held multimeters

Education

Associate’s degree

Advanced Post Secondary diploma

Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology

Mechatronic Technology

Alternate military experience (5 years +)

Tools

Multimeter testing tools

control drawings

schematics knowledge

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 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.

Job Summary

System Protection Field Operations works with system protection relays and data communication equipment across Dominion Energy's substations as the last line of defense to catch any errors before equipment is energized.

In this role within our System Protection Development Program, you’ll participate in the installation, maintenance, and corrective actions associated with protective relaying schemes, communication systems, SCADA components, and other Operational Technology (OT) systems used in Dominion Energy’s field facilities. This role is designed to build your foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for performing System Protection tasks.

As you progress, you’ll expand upon these skills by taking on more complex responsibilities, allowing you to perform tasks with greater independence and proficiency. You’ll work alongside senior team members to gain hands‑on experience during construction projects and maintenance activities, and you’ll be expected to interpret engineering design packages and execute tasks effectively.

While this requisition is primarily focused on attracting System Protection Technicians, it also targets candidates interested in supporting laboratory‑based system protection activities, including testing, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and documentation in support of the broader System Protection team.

This position offers a structured environment to increase your technical competence and scope, providing a solid foundation for your career growth within Dominion Energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside senior team members to gain practical experience.
• Prepare and participate in Pre-Job Briefs to identify hazards and critical tasks.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of protection and control equipment.
• Verify the functionality and communication of protection assets during installation.
• Contribute to the verification of station alarms.
• Participate in the acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices.
• Assist in the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of protective relays and associated protection components.
• Maintain and test protection systems within defined maintenance intervals, addressing regulatory requirements and system reliability.
• Participate in electromechanical/microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities.
• Complete all compliance paperwork and supporting documentation.
• Apply Cyber Security controls per Dominion Energy standards.
• Properly apply electrical clearance boundary (tagout) and Human Performance work zone strategies.
• Coordinate with various project stakeholders during construction activities to ensure successful project completion.
• Confirm primary equipment operates in accordance with manufacturer’s design specifications.
• Conduct acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices independently.
• Verify engineering protective relay setpoints and logic equations.
• Aid in the installation of network‑based protection schemes or other protection schemes utilizing new technologies.
• Perform maintenance activities to ensure system reliability and regulatory compliance.
• Perform electromechanical/microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities with minimal guidance.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E4-E6, W1-W2, or O1-O3with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the “Education Section” below are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

• 0-1 years of relevant experience with required education set forth in the “Education Requirements” section of this posting.
• Basic understanding of substation equipment and protection system components found within the substation.
• Knowledge of: Testing electro‑mechanical based relays; Microprocessor‑based relay technology, including logic diagrams, variable equations; IEEE device numbers;
• Skills: Organizational skills; Good verbal and written communication; Computer knowledge.
• Abilities: Use of hand‑held multimeters; Navigate control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates; Recognize electrical hazards; Self‑motivated.
• 1-2 years of directly related experience with required education set forth in the “Education Requirements” section of this posting.
• Successful completion of steps 1 & 2 of the System Protection development program or equivalent combination of directly related knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Understanding of substation equipment and protection system components found within the substation.
• Knowledge of Company commissioning practices, maintenance work practices, acceptance testing criteria, and associated communications systems.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills; Excellent verbal and written communication; Proficient computer knowledge.

Education Requirements

Minimum education required is either an Associate’s degree, Advanced Post Secondary diploma, or the required military experience outlined below.

Associate’s degree or Advanced Post Secondary diploma by Spring 2026, in one of the following preferred disciplines:

• Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electromechanical Technology
• Electronics Technology
• Instrumentation Technology
• Mechatronic Technology
• Other comparable disciplines may be substituted for the disciplines listed above;

As an alternative to the above education requirements, the company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outline below:

• Total of 5years of military experience that includes at least 1 year of military technical training/education components in electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, basic electrical principals and calculations, Ohms Law, Fault isolations, and multimeter applications

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds.

Due to after‑hours response (call‑out), individuals must live approximately 1 hour from designated work location.

Working Conditions

Cold 76-100%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Operating Machinery 76-100%

Heat 76-100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Will require working in hot or cold temperatures and/or inclement weather.

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

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and 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, and disability insurance. 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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