Appr Equip Install

Substation Construction Equipment Installer Apprentice

Reports to:  Substation Construction, Equipment Installer Foreman

Location: Hybrid: Transmission Construction Complex, 205 Southfield Parkway, Forest Park, GA

Job Summary

The Substation Equipment Installer Apprentice will support all major equipment installation required for substation projects that are part of the Georgia Power Transmission capital investment portfolio. This includes constructing and assembling transformers and breakers according to Southern Company standards and/or manufacturer specifications/procedures to ensure quality standards are maintained in a field environment. Apprentices will learn to read blueprints, decipher schematic diagrams, install mechanical and electrical parts, operate vacuum trailers, oil pumps, use boom lifts/ladders, cranes, hand tools and electric/pneumatic/hydraulic tooling to complete their tasks.

This position is subject to emergency overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and storm restoration response.

This position is a physically demanding position, works four, ten-hour days (Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm) and may require overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction site.  Depending on work location, you could work away from home as many as 200 nights per year cumulative not consecutive nights

NOTE: This position has statewide responsibilities, and frequent travel within the state of Georgia is required – up to 100% of the time.

Job Responsibilities

• Keep Safety First in everything you do
• Maintain a positive and questioning attitude
• Demonstrate good communication skills
• Assembly, processing, and commissioning of transformers in a timely manner, including testing of transformers

Job Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Technical Experience:

• It is strongly preferred candidates have prior experience in the following:
• Transmission Substation Construction
• Mechanical Experience
• Industrial construction, maintenance, utility, electrical and/or military
• It is a plus for candidates to have experience in the following:
• Working outdoors, with heavy equipment / machinery, heavy load rigging / lifting, emergency responders, commercial truck driving, tree trimming, or farming
• General math skills (Addition/Subtraction/Fractions)
• Basic hand and electrical tools
• Tape Measure knowledge
• Carpentry
• Labor intensive occupations or physically demanding work environment
• Working with tools including but not limited to drills, circular saws, hydraulic presses or other battery powered hand tools

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Safety champion
• Proven team player
• Good communication skills
• Dependable and Self-motivated
• Takes personal ownership of projects and assignments
• Working outdoors, with heavy equipment / machinery, heavy load rigging / lifting, emergency responders, commercial truck driving, tree trimming, or farming
• General math skills (Addition/Subtraction/Fractions)
• Basic hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read and interpret measuring devices
• Carpentry
• Labor intensive occupations or physically demanding work environment
• Industrial construction, maintenance, utility, electrical and/or military
• Transformer manufacturer or contractor specializing in the installation of power transformers
• A basic mechanical and electrical aptitude or background
• A basic knowledge of hand tools
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures, rules, and regulations
• Ability to take instructions, direction and translate those into actions
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work at heights up to 50’ from aerial boom lifts
• Ability to climb extension ladders and work from various height step ladders
• Exhibited safe work practices as evidenced by a history of working accident and injury free
• Construction machinery such as skid steers, excavators, back hoes, cranes or heavy load rigging and lifting
• Transmission substation equipment and installation work to include bus fabrication, foundation installation, print reading and layout, switch installation, structure grounding or other substation construction skills
• All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel throughout the state of Georgia
• Must possess a valid driver's license or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of employment
• Note: Any candidate who holds a current CDL will require verification with current and past employers upon job offer
• To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass a pre-employment CAST test (basic mechanical aptitude) and POET (physical aptitude).
• A thorough background check, drug screening including DOT Physical and Worker's Compensation

Behavioral Attributes:

• Demonstrate a commitment to Safety Excellence
• Be self-motivated
• Take personal ownership of projects and assignments
• Has the ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Have good communication skills
• Report to work on time daily
• Understand the value of customer service and support
• All candidates must enjoy working outdoors or in a controlled environment that is mentally and physically demanding
• Must adhere to all safety requirements and demonstrate Safety Excellence behaviors. Adhere to Georgia Power's philosophy that "Every day, every job, safely"
• Must demonstrate the ability and desire to work safely and display ethical behavior at all times
• Must be completely focused on using Human Performance tools

Additional Information

Travel Compensation Options for Expenses

Per diem payments and travel or lodging expense options are provided through agreements between IBEW Local 84 and Georgia Power Company. These options will be communicated during New Employee Orientation.

This position is covered under the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84 which includes a pay increase every six months until you reach the maximum compensation rate in your job classification if expectations are met. Currently there is a cost-of-living increase annually negotiated with IBEW 84.  This position is subject to call-out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and storm restoration response.  Under the Memorandum of Agreement, candidates hired as Apprentice Installers into Section 6C are required to fulfill a 1- year obligation before they are eligible to bid into other Section inside Section 6.

Pre-Employment Testing

To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass:

• The Construction and Skilled Trades Exam (CAST test).

Interview

If invited to an interview, candidates will be required to travel to a designated location in Georgia (most likely the Atlanta area).  Candidates will not be paid for time or travel to complete these pre-employment tests and interview.

Prior to Employment

• Pass a Post Offer Evaluation Test
• A thorough background check and DOT drug screen will be conducted (after a job offer is extended)
• You must successfully meet requirements for a Pre-Employment (DOT) physical exam approved by our company physician and Worker's Compensation Medical Questionnaire  
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments

Weight Restriction/Entry to Transformer/Breaker Tanks

• Because of the nature of our work and weight restrictions on our equipment a candidate must currently weigh and maintain their body weight  at or below 325 pounds  fully dressed including steel-toed work boots and hardhat
• Candidates must be able to access an 18” manhole and ability to work in confined areas

Travel and Working Conditions

This position is physically demanding and typically follows a four-day, ten-hour work schedule. Overnight and out-of-town stays are required near construction sites, and employees may be away from home up to 200 nights per year on an accumulated, non-consecutive basis.

Starting Compensation

This is a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power Company and IBEW Local 84.  Union membership is optional. Current starting pay is $35.67 hourly and is not negotiable.

Training and Development

• Equipment Apprentice Installers in Transmission Construction will undergo an extensive training program, including classroom and on-the-job training.  The training program lasts approximately 3 years.  
• Upon successful completion of the training, the employee is eligible to bid on Equipment Installer positions as they become available. 

Safety Sensitive Position

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.  All candidates must apply online while this posting is active (including submitting resume information) and answer a series of job-related questions to be considered.

 

As an employee of Southern Company, the value you bring is realized through the results you achieve and the demonstration of “Our Values”. In return, Southern Company provides a job and a company in which you can take pride; a supportive workplace in which you can be successful; and a competitive pay and benefits package.

 

 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.GeorgiaPower.com  and connect with the Company on Facebook ( Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower ), Twitter ( Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower ) and Instagram ( Instagram.com/ga_power ).

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: 20464

Job Category: Power Line Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power