Auxiliary Equipment Operator
Plant Scherer
Juliette, Georgia (Central Georgia Area)
Georgia Power is looking for skilled individuals for Auxiliary Equipment Operator positions located at Plant Scherer.
The Auxiliary Equipment Operator (AEO) position is an entry level position in the Power Plant Operations department that is responsible for continuous inspection, monitoring, and troubleshooting of industrial type plant equipment to ensure their reliable and efficient operation.
AEOs also perform routine operations tasks including:
. collecting and documenting readings
. initiating work orders to address equipment issues
. removing coal burning waste by-products
. servicing equipment such as adding oil or changing filters
. performing equipment isolation and alignments (electrical and mechanical)
. operating pumps, fans and conveying systems
. performing housekeeping activities to ensure that dust control procedures are being addressed around the plant. This will include performing fire watch and responding to incipient fires.
In performing these tasks, AEO's must:
. Brief relief shift personnel on the status of the work and any information pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of equipment on the unit.
. Assist other personnel including mechanical and electrical maintenance, laboratory, and engineering personnel.
. Follow safety rules, regulations and procedures.
. AEOs must pass onsite training program and qualification exam to retain employment.
This job is subject to the provisions of Paragraph 46 of the Memorandum of Agreement between GPC and IBEW Local Union No. 84.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Pre-Employment Requirements
Candidates for employment must:
. Be at least 18 years of age
. Possess a valid driver's license
. Qualify on a written pre-employment aptitude test and physical abilities test. Testing will be coordinated by the recruiter for this position. No action regarding test scheduling is necessary on the interested applicant's part. Simply apply for the position to begin the candidate screening process. To view aptitude test information, click on the "Employment Testing" link found from the Hiring Process link on the Southern Company Career website.
. Pass a drug test and background investigation.
. Medically qualify for the use of a respirator
. Tobacco free (see below)
Education & Experience Requirements
. High school diploma or GED required
. Previous work experience (full-time or part-time) preferred but not required
. Previous work experience in the military, power plant, manufacturing, industrial, commercial, warehousing, construction or other safety related setting preferred but not required.
. 2-year technical degree or certificate in related field preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
. Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles
. Knowledge of hand tools
. Math calculation skills
. Basic computer skills
. Ability to read, understand and follow technical procedures, rules and regulations.
. Ability to read and interpret tables, graphs, and piping diagrams.
. Ability to take measurements using gauges, digital meters, and other instruments.
. Ability to work with and support team-oriented work groups
. Ability to perform physical activities while wearing respirators with filter cartridges or self-contained breathing apparatuses in a power plant environment.
. Open two-way communication skills
Behavioral and Other Requirements
. Our Values
. Safety First - We believe the safety of our employees and customers is paramount. We will perform and maintain every job, every day, safely.
. Unquestionable Trust - Honesty, respect, fairness and integrity drive our behavior. We keep our promises, and ethical behavior is our standard.
. Superior Performance - We are dedicated to superior performance throughout our business. We will continue our strong focus on innovative solutions, improving how we run our business and our commitment to environmental stewardship.
. Total Commitment - We are committed to the success of our employees, our customers, our shareholders and our communities. We fully embrace, respect, and value our differences and diversity.
. Have a strong safety focus and awareness.
. Be dependable and punctual.
. Demonstrate a can-do attitude, take initiative, and look for process improvements.
. Strive for continuous self- improvement.
. This job requires shift work and overtime, and you will be required to work some weekend, nights and holidays: Plant Specific - Shift schedules are voted on annually, but currently this plant has two rotating 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM).
. Must be available to respond to call-outs seven days per week
. Must be able to work in difficult environments including confined spaces, extreme hot and cold temperatures, indoors and outdoors, around loud noise and locations accessible only via vertical ladders or over uneven spaces, cat walks, climbing high elevations up to 20 feet or working on grated surfaces/platforms above 20 feet.
. Must be willing to work with high voltages and high steam and water pressures.
You will be invited to take the POSS/MASS assessment upon completing your application. Due to an ongoing technical issue with the assessment, you will receive two separate invites to test on both the POSS and MASS. The invites should be no more than 48 hours apart. Please schedule both tests together at your earliest convenience (you will see a 3-week expiration on the test).
Logon to this website and follow the instruction below to access study materials
For the Poss/Mass test: http://www.eei.org/practicetests/
Use the following information to log into the site to access the practice test:
Username: southern
Password: testing
Practice tests: 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.
Subject to the Georgia Power Company Smoke Free Workplace Policy: You must be free from all tobacco products (including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chew, snuff, patch and/or gum), at least six months prior to applying 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 residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers' and communities' needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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 Identification: 4409
Job Category: Instrumentation & Controls
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
