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Mechanic - Plant Bowen - Southern Company
Cartersville, GA
Posted: Oct 21, 2022 17:52

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Mechanic - Plant Bowen

Description

Mechanic (Journeyman) - Plant Bowen

Euharlee, GA (Cartersville)

Summary

Perform mechanical maintenance activities on electric generating units and balance of plant systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. Maintenance activities include preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, planned and unplanned corrective maintenance on both safety-related and non-safety-related components.

Normal work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Must be available to work weekends, nights, and storm duty as necessary to support plant operations.

Job Knowledge

  • Must have experience repairing pumps, valves, gearboxes, etc.

  • Must have experience welding (Stick, MIG, TIG)

  • Must have experience using an oxygen/acetylene torch

  • Must have experience using precision measurement tools

  • Must have experience aligning pumps and motors

  • Must have experience rigging and lifting heavy equipment

  • Must be able to read and understand plant system and equipment prints

  • Must be able to read, understand and apply technical instruction manuals

  • Must be able to use power and hand tools

  • Must possess intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office applications, Maximo a plus)

  • Intermediate skills at running lathes, end mills, etc., preferred

  • Skilled in the operation of forklifts and/or aerial lifts preferred

Behavioral Attributes

  • Must be able to work in a team environment

  • Must exhibit a positive attitude

  • Understand and follow safety rules

  • Must demonstrate effective communication skills (oral and written)

  • Must exhibit a high degree of flexibility to demonstrate effectiveness in changing priorities and job assignments

  • Must be self-motivated and effective in working in an empowered work environment

  • Must be able to plan and execute the plan to complete job assignments

  • Must be willing to respond to call-out, work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and storm duty

  • Must exhibit -Our Values- of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment

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.

Successful completion of the POSS/MASS pre-employment test is a pre-requsisite to move forward in the selection process.

PRACTICE TEST

Logon to: http://www.southernco.com/about-us/careers/hr-process/employment-testing.cshtml

Click on "EEI Practice Test" on the right hand side; a new window to the Edison Electric Institute website will open.

Use the following information to log into the site to access the practice test:

  • Name: southern

  • Password: testing

Practice Tests are:

  • POSS - Plant Operator

  • MASS - Power Plant Maintenance

Georgia Power Company has classified this position as -Safety Sensitive- and as such is subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.

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 consistently 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 company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

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 Field: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-North Georgia-Cartersville

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Union Covered: Yes

Work Location(s):

Plant Bowen - 317 Covered Bridge Road, SW (317CARTERSVILLE)

317 Covered Bridge Road, SW

Cartersville, 30120

Req ID: GPC2009087



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