Electrician

Georgia Power Company; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power's Plant McIntosh in Rincon, GA seeks a Journeyman Electrician to perform electrical maintenance across energized and de-energized equipment, ensuring safe, compliant operation. The role requires two years of journeyman experience, relevant education, and ability to read procedures and electrical drawings; Maximo records must be kept, and the team is on a 24/7 schedule.

Successful candidates will possess knowledge of motors, controllers, switchgear, transformers, and DCS; strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• 2-year technical degree in electrical field preferred.
• Two years’ journeyman experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair power plant equipment.
• Work on energized and de-energized equipment.
• Follow procedures/prints to install and maintain equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and use test equipment.
• Maintain plant maintenance records in Maximo and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Read procedures

Electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Safety-conscious

Plan production

Education

High School Diploma

2-year technical degree in electrical field

Tools

Multimeter

Amprobe

Megger

Powered/non-powered hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrician (Journeyman) – Plant Mcintosh, Rincon, GA

Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing electrical maintenance, which includes, but is not limited to, maintaining and/or repairing power plant equipment; working on both energized and de-energized equipment; planning work and following procedures/prints to install and maintain equipment; performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment; performing assembly and disassembly of components using proper rigging and lifting techniques; troubleshooting equipment; properly using electrical test equipment; communicating with plant supervision, plant operations personnel, and/or plant maintenance personnel; and responding to call outs in the event work is required after normal working hours. In addition, these positions will maintain plant maintenance records in the Maximo® computer-based work order system and ensure all work complies with environmental permits and regulations. The incumbents are expected to perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for their personal safety and the safety of other employees.

Rincon, Ga, United States

Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma—desired
• 2-year technical degree in electrical field or equivalent training—prefer

Experience Requirements

• Two years’ experience as Journeyman Electrician or equivalent experience Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Place safety first by performing and maintaining every job every day safely - Ability to read and follow procedures and electrical drawings/prints is required
• Knowledge to troubleshoot electrical circuits/controls using prints is required
• Knowledge to test equipment is required
• Self-starter with the ability to work with little to no direction as well as possess an ability to follow directions when required
• Ability to use and understand various electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeter, amprobe, meggar, etc.) is required
• Ability to use powered and non-powered hand tools proficiently is required
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions is required.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to plan work to maximize production requires basic electronics, instrumentation, program configuration, distributed/process control systems, PLC's, and DCS, and is preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of motors, controllers, switchgear, relays, transformers, generators, and AC/DC systems is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer applications is desired

Other Requirements

• Qualifying on pre-employment tests is required, including an aptitude test, a Journeyman electrician knowledge test, a Journeyman electrician performance skills test, and a physical abilities test.
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities (i.e., walking, climbing ladders, lifting heavy equipment) while working safely in all types of weather.
• Support a 24/7 schedule, including holiday and backshift work, when necessary.

Behavior Attributes

• Honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity drive your behavior.
• Keep your promises, and ethical behavior is the standard.

If this job is determined to be a critical job, limitations for transferring internally within the Company may apply for a set period of time. If applicable, details will be shared during the selection process.

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). The union determines seniority which is used to select shift, vacation, and holidays.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 22582

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power