About the role#
Dominion Energy is seeking an Instrument Technician Intern to join the team at our Possum Point Power Station. This role provides hands-on experience in power generation and industrial maintenance. You will work alongside technicians to learn how we monitor and control plant equipment.
What you'll do#
- Support power station operations and daily maintenance activities.
- Assist with the inspection, testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
- Help carry out preventative maintenance tasks.
- Collect and analyze plant data.
- Participate in routine equipment inspections.
- Assist with ongoing projects related to instrumentation and control systems.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Associate's degree program in Instrumentation, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- A willingness to learn and apply technical concepts.
- Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and organizational habits.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and specific work instructions.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Location & details#
- Location: Dumfries, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy is a public utility company based in Richmond, Virginia. It provides regulated electricity to 3.6 million customers across Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company also supplies natural gas to 500,000 customers in South Carolina. It operates as a developer of offshore wind and solar power and produces carbon-free electricity in New England.
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