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Automotive Mechanic;

Job in Suffolk, Virginia, 23437, USA
Listing for: Dominion Energy
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24.09 - 30.63 USD Hourly USD 24.09 30.63 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Automotive Mechanic (1364)

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 an 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

The Fleet Maintenance Group is seeking an Automotive Mechanic for the Chuckatuck - Suffolk, VA shop. This position can be placed in a Step 4,5,6,7,8,9, 10, or 11 level based on experience and assessment.

The starting range based on the level / step is $24.09 - $30.63/hr, with pay going up to 47.96 after progressing through training.

The essential job duties and responsibilities of this position will include diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining many different types of equipment in our fleet, including on- and off-road equipment with diesel and gasoline engines, automatic and manual transmissions. The successful candidate will be required to utilize equipment with strict weight restrictions, including, but not limited to, ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts, and therefore may not exceed a weight of 290lbs.

Skills
  • Working with customers in Construction, Operations, Substation, Transmission, and other departments to understand their needs and issues.
  • Performing various Preventative Maintenance tasks, including oil and other fluid changes, tire changes, etc.
  • Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing light–duty vehicles, diesel engines, hydraulic equipment, drivetrain, air brakes, etc.
  • Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed in the garage or other worksite.
  • Leveraging technology to analyze issues, track customer needs, time spent on maintenance/repair tasks, parts used during maintenance/repair activities, etc.
  • Overtime will be required to support the needs of our customers due to peak or critical work periods providing additional earnings potential.
  • Majority of work will be performed in a shop environment, although outdoor response is sometimes needed. Work associated with this position can be very physically demanding.
Required Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
  • HS diploma or GED
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Valid driver’s license; must obtain a CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL prior to 6 months of employment.
  • Minimum of 2-year experience as a professional Automotive Mechanic (a partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year toward the qualifications).
  • General knowledge of gas combustion engines, diesel engines, air conditioning
  • Must possess basic hand tools or be willing to purchase tools needed to perform the job.
  • Pass drug screening and background checks and be eligible to obtain a state inspection license after an appropriate amount of time in training program.
  • Due to weight limits on equipment, weight restriction of 290 pounds applies.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional combustion engine mechanic or graduate of a recognized Automotive Mechanic Training school
  • Experience in electrical systems diagnostics and repair
  • Experience in Air Conditioning diagnostics, repair, and A/C certification
  • Experience in Engine ignition diagnostics and repair
  • Experience in hydraulics
  • Heavy Truck certification
  • State Inspection license
  • Commercial Driver’s license
  • Career and Technical Education Center (CTE) graduates
  • Military veterans
  • Candidates with an associate degree in a related field or major
Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Valid Driver's License is required.

Working Conditions
  • Cold:
    Up to 25%
  • Dust / Grease / Oil: 76-100%
  • Energized Wires:
    Up to 25%
  • Fumes:
    Up to 25%
  • Heat: 26-50%
  • Loud Noise: 26-50%
  • Office Work Environment:
    Up to 25%
  • Operating…
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