Field Estimator (OH)

Georgia Power Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power is seeking a field-focused engineer to support overhead and underground service delivery. You will collaborate with developers, inspectors, and contractors, handling estimates and field investigations while maintaining strong customer relations.

Responsibilities include field design, residential loading, and on-call storm support, with emphasis on safety and teamwork in a diverse environment. A valid driver’s license and willingness to respond after hours are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Some college or technical certification is a plus.
• TECH test is required (either you must have passed the test previously OR otherwise, if you meet the requirements for the position, you will be invited to take the TECH test.)

Responsibilities

• Field work, drawing, estimating, and processing all paperwork for overhead and underground service.
• Interact with developers, builders, inspectors, and contractors; extensive external customer interaction expected.
• Estimate monthly blankets, field investigations of orders, residential loading sheets, and load analysis; design/estimate single-family projects.

Skills

Field engineering

Electrical operations

Estimating

Drafting software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or technical certification

Tools

JETS

ARMS

Socket

AutoCAD

GIS

CSS

CIT

iCLEAR

LEADS

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for field work, drawing, estimating, and processing all paperwork associated with providing overhead and underground service to customers. Working with developers, builders, inspectors, and contractors is an integral part of the job process. A great deal of interaction with external customers is expected.

Successful candidates must communicate well and use those skills to help enhance customer value. Candidates must exhibit a positive questioning attitude and build trust with the team as we continue to enhance our culture of diversity and inclusion. Job responsibilities include the general support of the engineering and line departments, which will include thorough knowledge of the distribution system. Candidate will be responsible for estimating monthly blankets, field investigations of orders, creation of residential loading sheets, team support of residential load analysis, designing and estimating single family home residential projects and other engineering duties as needed. Candidate will be required to participate in the "on call" rotation and be available after hours for Storm response.

Job Qualifications

Education & Test Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Some college or technical certification is a plus
• TECH test is required (either you must have passed the test previously OR otherwise, if you meet the requirements for the position, you will be invited to take the TECH test.)

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a Power Utility or commercial/industrial/residential electrician experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General engineering and construction knowledge preferred
• Knowledge of electrical operations, distribution systems, underground, and overhead construction practices preferred
• Experience designing and estimating distribution facilities preferred
• Experience with drafting, engineering and line design software, GIS products, load estimating tools (specifically in residential loading) preferred,.
• Experience with JETS, ARMS, Socket, AutoCAD, GIS products, CSS, CIT, iCLEAR and LEADS tools preferred.
• Good computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel preferred
• Ability to work with customers and others as a team member
• Ability to prioritize and organize work
• Effective, proactive oral and written communication skills
• Must be an effective negotiator who can protect our interests while serving the customer's needs
• Duties includes being available for emergency assistance outside of normal work hours, weekends, holidays, and extended out of town storm duty
• Candidate should be available for response within a reasonable amount of time
• Candidate must be willing to work "on-call" rotation

Behavioral Attributes

• Must make safety his or her top priority (Safety Excellence)
• Must demonstrate "Our Values": Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment
• Demonstrate a Questioning Attitude and continuously seek for learning opportunities and improvement
• Positive attitude and strong customer focus
• Demonstrate a genuine interest to be inclusive and understand and respect different perspectives
• Must possess the ability to work alone as well as function as part of the team
• Must be able to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, and line crew personnel
• Highly motivated and self-directed and work well under general supervision
• Candidate must have a valid driver's license.

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 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: 22622

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power