Apprentice Electrician (GOE) - Substations
Description
Apprentice Electrician - General Office Substations
JOB REQUIREMENTS
This position will be in the General Office Substations Department and will be filled at the Apprentice level only.
This position is responsible for construction, installation, maintenance and operation of electrical substations and similar equipment on the distribution system. This includes: conduit, cabling systems, switchboard equipment, power system equipment (breakers, regulators, transformers, switches, reclosers, capacitors, etc.), bus systems, structures, grounding systems, wiring and other related items.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Two-year technical degree in Electricity, Electronic Technology Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Construction & Maintenance, Electrical/Mechanical is a plus
Experience with electrical and mechanical systems is a plus.
Ability to utilize drawings/prints and instruction manuals in the performance of construction, maintenance and operation of electrical facilities
Ability to operate construction/maintenance equipment (bucket/derrick trucks, oil processing equipment, etc.) and tools
Ability to read, understand and follow directions, rules, regulations and procedures
Ability to perform switching, obtain clearances and make site safe for work
Must possess Problem Solving/Troubleshooting Skills
Ability to utilize computers/substation-related technology is a plus.
Behavioral Aspects:
Must be a self-starter. Must be able to work independently, as part of a team and with other work groups as needed.
Must exhibit a positive attitude, understand and follow safety procedures, demonstrate effective communications skills (oral & written), possess effective customer relations skills and show initiative and leadership in work. Must exhibit good interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements:
Must live within a 30 minute drive of the reporting location.
Must be willing to perform duties within and outside of the normal business hours as needed to maintain customer service.
Must be willing to work outside in all climate conditions, work at significant heights above the ground and on occasion work in confined spaces.
Must be able to obtain a commercial driver's license with a hazardous material and tanker endorsement.
Must be able to operate weight-restricted equipment in accordance with the equipment ratings.
Must be successful on the CAST test to be considered for this position. If selected to test for this position, you will be notified via e-mail with an invitation
Mississippi Power a subsidiary of Southern Company, serves southeast Mississippi. We have a history of customer and community service, economic development leadership, environmental stewardship and employee involvement.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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 Line Operations & Maintenance
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Mississippi-Coastal Area-Gulfport
Operating Company: Mississippi Power Company
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): No
Union Covered: Yes
Work Location(s):
General Office Substation - 2781 30th Avenue (2781GULFPORT)
2781 30th Avenue
Gulfport, 39501
Req ID: MPC2002130
