Troublemen for Distribution - Augusta Area

Description

Georgia Power is currently seeking experienced Troublemen candidates in the Augusta, Georgia.

Candidate must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the assignment location in order to meet "call out" requirements. If a candidate does not currently live within this area, candidate must be willing to immediately relocate to meet this requirement.

• Candidate must be available and accessible in times of emergency which could include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Candidate must be available and accessible at least 50% of time for emergency "call-out".
• Candidate must be available for travel outside the state to support storm emergencies as needed.

JOB SUMMARY

• Job Duties include (but not limited to):
• Pole Climbing (up to 60 feet).
• Working in an overhead position while on the pole.
• Pulling and splicing wires.
• Installing Electrical Service (pole to pole OR pole to service point).
• Operate/Drive Company Trucks including Bucket Trucks.
• Operate heavy equipment (Backhoe or similar equipment).
• Work in adverse conditions outdoors - day and night hours.
• Operate Electrical system - Transmission, Substation and Distribution Switching
• Writing Switching Orders
• Basic understanding of electrical Distribution Systems
• Troubleshooting
• After Hours first responder

Note: This is a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power and IBEW Local 84 and is governed by this agreement. Union membership is optional. The starting salary for a Troubleman is $46.17 and Troublemen (g) is $48.55 (non-negotiable and level of experience does not apply) and this pay is governed by this agreement which includes an increase every six months assuming satisfactory performance, until you max out in your job classification and a negotiated general increase every July.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Job Experience and Education

• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman with a minimum of 5 years experience in the electric utility industry and 3 years of Journeyman Lineman experience working with voltages above 600 volts.
• Overhead distribution experience (up to 25Kv) required.
• Underground distribution experience (up to 25Kv) preferred.
• Previous experience working on the Georgia Power system highly preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate skills, knowledge, and ability by successfully completing the company's pre-employment New Journeyman Evaluation will be required.
• Familiar with work involving energized conductors required.
• Construction and maintenance line work is desirable.
• Familiar with heavy equipment directly related to line work skill sets.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of hand tools.
• Experience using hydraulic and battery tools.
• Previous experience with material handling bucket trucks.
• Knowledge of when and how to apply proper cover-up in energized situations.
• Proficient climber up to 60 feet.
• Knowledge of circuit protection.
• Ability to take instructions, directions and translate into actions.
• Familiar with industry standard safe work practices.
• Pre-employment testing may be required depending on level of related work experience.
• Ability to quickly learn the Georgia Power work practices and work rules

Other Requirements

• Must be available for scheduled or emergency call out which could include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be available to travel outside of the state for storm restoration as needed.
• Currently holds a valid driver's license and "Class A" CDL is required.
• Currently meets a maximum weight of 270 lbs. fully clothed (includes hard hat and work boots) due to weight-restricted aerial devices required.
• Customer oriented, team player, willing to learn new skills, motivated, resourceful, excellent driving skills, proactive, performs work following safety standards and procedures.
• Candidates are responsible for all expenses related to traveling for testing, interview(s), etc. related to pre-employment requirements.
• A thorough background check and DOT drug screen will be conducted prior to employment (after a job offer is extended). In addition, you must successfully meet requirements for a Pre-Employment (DOT) physical exam approved by our company physician.

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 directly online for this position in order to be reviewed and further considered. This includes 1) setting up a profile (contact phone # and email required), 2) attaching or typing a resume AND 3) answering the job-related questions (skills/background/experience) is required. Hardcopies of resumes/applications will not be accepted in our local business offices.

Georgia Power is an investor-owned, tax-paying utility that serves 2.25 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. The largest of four electric utilities that make up Southern Company, Georgia Power, has been providing electricity to Georgia for more than a century at rates well below the national average.

Southern Company is America's premier energy company, with 44,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million electric and gas utility customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities 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 utilities in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

We offer a competitive compensation package. 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.

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Job Field: Power Line Operations & Maintenance

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-East Georgia-Augusta

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

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

Union Covered: Yes

Work Location(s):

Augusta North Leg - 2103 North Leg Drive (2103AUGUSTA)

2103 North Leg Drive

Augusta, 30909

Req ID: GPC2009606