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Offshore Wind Operator (Associate - Senior) (Norfolk, Virginia)

Dominion Energy
  • Norfolk, VA
  • $52,800–$68,600 Per Year
4 days ago

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. 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.

Job Summary

This role has the responsibility and authority to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. This role performs critical, reliability-related tasks associated with operating a NERC Medium Impact facility without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within Dominion Energy. Develops, revises, and maintains Dominion Energy standard operating procedures and practices. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provide a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Responds to process and equipment alarms and takes appropriate corrective measures. Provides data for the short and long-term maintenance planning process. Controls power generation and balance of plant equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Supports NERC compliance program reporting. Analyzes advanced pattern recognition and predictive maintenance data to identify equipment defects. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage. Coordinates generation outages with Market Operations Center (MOC) and Systems Operations Center (SOC).

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Associate Offshore Wind Operator: 0-2 years of directly related experience

Offshore Wind Operator: 3+ years of directly related experience.

Senior Offshore Wind Operator: 5+ years of directly related experience

Thorough understanding of generation, transmission or distribution operations & maintenance. Ability to interpret data to inform maintenance needs and identify process improvements. Effective communication skills to work across departments, ensuring smooth coordination of maintenance activities. Skilled at handling shifting priorities, managing multiple tasks, and improving efficiency. Understanding of safety and regulatory policies.

Education Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Renewable Energy, or related field.

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

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

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:

Associate Offshore Wind $52,800- $68,600

Offshore Wind Operator $65,500 -$85,000

Senior Offshore Wind Operator $81,9000 - $106,400

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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Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy

There are many reasons to work at Dominion Energy, but below are the top three reasons employees have shared with us. Click on each of the links to learn more!

  1. Safety Centric Work Environment

  2. Generous Pay and Benefits

  3. Collaborative & Inclusive Culture

About Dominion Energy

I am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter's day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.

I am not just any energy… I am Dominion Energy.

We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry. We're shaping the future of energy in America.

Join us!

Facts:

  • 17,000 employees
  • Headquarters: Richmond, VA
  • 16 states in the US
  • $100 billion of assets
  • Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
  • 100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community

Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNorfolk, VA
IndustryEnergy and Utilities
Salary$52,800–$68,600 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.dominionenergy.com/our-company

Benefits

Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Professional Development, 401K, Concierge Services, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria

About Company

We operate in 16 states, offering safe, clean, reliable and affordable energy to nearly 7 million customers. Headquartered in Richmond, VA, we invest in communities where we live and work, and protect our natural resources.

We're proud of our commitment to our customers, our community and our planet. Our vision is to become the most sustainable energy company in the country.

Across our company, we’re dedicated to living out our mission every day: Delivering clean, reliable, affordable energy; protecting the environment; serving our customers and communities; empowering our people; and creating value for our shareholders.

Skills

  • Alternative Energyunmatched
  • Bug Tracking/Defect Managementunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • Climate Changeunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Pattern Analysisunmatched
  • Pattern Matchingunmatched
  • Power Generationunmatched
  • Process Developmentunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)unmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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