Electrical Mechanic Trainee
Listed on 2026-07-03
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician
Electrical Mechanic Trainee
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 will be considered for this opportunity.
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will be exposed to the many facets of substation operation and maintenance of the Electrical Substation System. Successful candidate will be working in a shop/warehouse environment in a stationary position for many hours at a time. Candidates will gain experience in panel construction, wiring, and print reading. Successful completion of a 12-month training program will also be a requirement.
Follow engineered drawings to construct/assemble electric substation panels. Inspect material. Help put away material. Electrical Mechanic to assemble electrical system equipment. Assemble electronic wiring and equipment. Construct and fabricate parts. Proficient with hand tools. Ability to read electrical wire diagrams and engineering plans. Problem solving skills Strong Communication skills Ability to work in a team utilize teamwork in a factory environment.
Operating Forklift truck. Perform all duties, as assigned. The starting pay rate will be $30.77 per hour.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities &
Experience:
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to carry up to 60 pounds
- Ability to work planned overtime when needed
- Ability to use hand tools, and power tools
- Computer application aptitude
- Ability to work within a shop, warehouse environment
Preferred Qualifications include:
- Certification in CPR, First Aid or AED
- Previous experience in working with mechanical or electrical concepts and applications
- OSHA 10 or 30 certification
- Successful completion of 56-month Substation Electrician program
- Background in construction or related work environments
- Background in Electrical wiring and print reading
Education Requirements:
GED or HS diploma required Technical/Associates educations are advantageous Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals:
Working Conditions:
Cold 51-75% Loud Noise 51-75% Operating Machinery 51-75% Travel 26-50% Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA
Other
Working Conditions:
This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electrical Mechanic Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.
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: $30.77/hr 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, : 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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