Maintenance Operator Trainee - Elizabeth River

Maintenance Operator Trainee - Elizabeth River 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, weu2019re looking for you. You wonu2019t just find a job here; youu2019ll 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. This position does not offer relocation assistance. Job Summary Dominion Energy is looking to fill a vacancy for Maintenance Operator Trainee at our Elizabeth River location in CHESAPEAKE VA. As a Maintenance Operator Trainee, you will be required to operate and maintain power station equipment.This includes: u2022 Inspecting, operating and monitoring equipment used in the production of electricity; u2022 Performing daily routine operations; u2022 Isolating/tagging equipment for maintenance; u2022 Valve operations; u2022 Making entries into computer-based logbooks; u2022 Performing maintenance on major industrial equipment such as pumps, turbines, and power station mechanical equipment; u2022 Performing maintenance on batteries, motors, switchgear, motor operated valves, and other power station electrical equipment. You will be placed in a 56-month standardized skills development program at the appropriate rate of pay based upon your previous experience, qualifications, demonstrated skills and competencies. The starting pay rate is $24.61 per hour and increases through each step in the 56-month development program. The position entails two 8-hour work shifts, one scheduled during daytime hours and the other in the evening. Successful candidates must be available to travel and train in Richmond, Virginia for up to nine (9) week periods of time. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience Required: High School Diploma or GED Valid Driver's License Ability to work around dust, grease, dirt, be exposed to weather conditions, loud noise, and machinery. Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift work that can include days, nights, and weekend. Preferred, but not required, skills & experience: Industrial /commercial electrical experience is a plus. Journeyman craftsman experience; and/or Candidates who have power plant/power generation operational or maintenance experience. Candidates with a minimum of three yearu2019s experience in operating and maintaining major industrial equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, turbines and electrical switchgear in an industrial environment (e.g. shipyard, military, manufacturing, or power station) Education Requirements High School Diploma or GED Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description Working Conditions Cold Up to 25% Confined spaces Up to 25% Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25% Heat Up to 25% Loud Noise Up to 25% Office Work Environment Up to 25% Operating Machinery Up to 25% Other Working Conditions Test Description This job requires recommended test results from the EEI Plant Operators Selection System (POSS) aptitude test, administered on site during the pre-employment process. To view the practice test, cut and paste the following URL in your browser, 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. To learn more about our benefits, click here 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. You can experience the excitement of our company u2013 it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career. 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 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 winteru2019s day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable. I am not just any energyu2026 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: u00b717,000 employees u00b7Headquarters: Richmond, VA u00b716 states in the US u00b7$100 billion of assets u00b7Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions u00b7100,000+ 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 . Nearest Major Market: Hampton Roads Job Segment: Power Plant Operator, Power Plant, Environmental Engineering, Electrical, Trainee, Energy, Engineering, Entry Level

Created: 2026-04-02