- Dominion Energy has hired more than 1,600 veterans since
initiative began in 2012
- More than 3,000 veterans currently work for the company,
about 18% of the workforce
- Company offers specialized training, college credits and
other resources to support veteran employees
RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 27,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This year marks the 10th
anniversary of the Troops to Energy Jobs initiative spearheaded by
Dominion Energy's former Chair and CEO Tom
Farrell. What began as a two-year pilot has grown into a
nationwide initiative that provides a pathway for veterans to
transition from military service to careers in the energy
industry.
Since the initiative was launched in 2012, Dominion Energy has
hired more than 1,600 veterans. Today, more than 3,000 veterans
work for the company, representing about 18% of the workforce and 1
in 5 new hires is a veteran.
"We've been honored to support our nation's veterans by opening
doors to new career opportunities in civilian life," said
Robert M. Blue, Dominion Energy
Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Their skills,
experience and dedication have made our company stronger, and
they've improved the service we deliver to our customers."
"My expertise was a great fit for the position and Dominion was
just as happy to have me on board as I was to be here," said
Sam Rodriguez, an Army and Marine
Veteran and Construction Project Manager for Dominion Energy in
Virginia Beach, Va. "People
don't realize all of the different functions that Dominion has. If
you're a veteran and you assume your talents aren't applicable to
the energy sector you're probably wrong."
"Troops to Energy is a natural, mutually beneficial pipeline to
grow the company in quantity and quality, while providing great
opportunities to veterans," said Thomas
McCullough, Navy-Veteran and Supervisor of Nuclear
Corrective Action at VC Summer Power Station in Jenkinsville, S.C. "Many of the required
skills, knowledge and education/ training align with what we do at
Dominion Energy. Troops to energy is a good fit."
"Dominion Energy is one of the few companies that really get it.
They understand the advantages of hiring veterans and embrace what
we bring to the table." said Sheenia
Stuart, former Marine Captain
and current Senior Safety Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah. "Even if you do not
have direct experience in the energy sector, Dominion welcomes you
with open arms".
"My nuclear background in the Navy definitely prepared me for my
role at Dominion Energy," said Rachel D'Ambra, Reactor
Engineering Supervisor at Dominion Millstone Power Station in
Waterford, Conn. "I was
trained how to handle crisis situations, how to work well as part
of a team under pressure, and how to focus on troubleshooting
complex problems. As a working mom with two small children at home
and an active-duty Navy husband, I also really appreciate value
Dominion Energy puts on family."
The initiative's interactive Roadmap offers a
step-by-step guide for veterans interested in the energy industry.
It identifies educational and other credentials they may need and
provides additional resources to help them in their job search.
Dominion Energy makes it a priority to recruit and retain
military veterans in a number of ways. The company's Veterans
Resource Group is dedicated to recruiting veteran employees
and providing resources to develop their skills and experience.
The company offers a 100% salary differential for up to
five years to deployed military employees, fully covering any loss
in pay when they are deployed on active duty. The company provides
paid time off for Guard and Reserve duty, as well as an annual
$5,000 Student Veteran Scholarship
for interns with military service.
In 2022 G.I. Jobs ranked Dominion Energy No. 8 on its list of
the top military-friendly companies nationwide as well as a top
military spouse-friendly company. In 2021 Dominion Energy was
awarded a HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion by the U.S. Department of
Labor and recognized as a Best for Vets employer by Military
Times.
About Dominion Energy
About 7 million customers in 15 states energize their homes
and businesses with electricity or natural gas from Dominion Energy
(NYSE: D), headquartered in Richmond,
Va. The company is committed to safely providing reliable,
affordable and sustainable energy and to achieving Net Zero
emissions by 2050. Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn
more.
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