Location: Statewide (Reporting Location is Forest Park, GA – metro Atlanta)
Reports to: Assigned Switchboard Wireman foreman
Pay:
This role falls under a union contract and pay is non-negotiable. $6183 Monthly. $35.67 Hourly
JOB SUMMARY
Apprentice Switchboard Wireman will perform wiring services under direct supervision in control circuits, control panels, and equipment in Transmission Substations throughout the state of Georgia. This includes pulling cables, terminating both AC / DC control circuits, and building control panels. In
addition, this position will work toward becoming proficient in function-testing of control panels and de-energizing control panels in various AC / DC control circuits. This position is part of a statewide traveling Switchboard Wiring Department that is responsible for working in both new and existing transmission substations. This position requires the successful candidate to be able to work with DC batteries
and pull, route, and terminate AC / DC control cable within a substation.
This position works four ten-hour days and requires overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction location. Travel expenses, hotel expenses and meals are the responsibility of the Apprentice Switchboard Wireman, and a per diem is provided to help cover these costs. This position is covered under the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84 which includes an increase every six months until you max out in your job classification and a cost-of-living increase annually.
This position is subject to call-out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and storm restoration response.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience Requirements:
- More than 2 years’ experience in AC or DC Controls is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of AC or DC control circuits including installation work (cable splicing, electrical print reading and layout, terminations, cable sizes, wire color coding, etc.)
- Safety champion
- Proven team player
- Good communication skills
- Dependable and Self-motivated
- Takes personal ownership of projects and assignments.
Behavioral Attributes:
- 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.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work at heights of 20 feet may be required in this position.
- Ability to work off a 6’ step ladders is essential to succeed in this position.
- All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel throughout the state of Georgia.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass a pre-employment CAST test (basic mechanical aptitude).
- A thorough background check, drug screening including DOT Physical and Worker's Compensation
Questionnaire will be required prior to employment.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Apprentice Switchboard Wireman will have the opportunity to bid into Switchboard Wireman positions in Substation Construction provided all the necessary prerequisites are met which includes qualification on the required tests. Apprentice Switchboard Wireman in 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 Switchboard Wireman positions as they become available.
TRAVEL
75%
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Pass pre-employment CAST test (basic mechanical aptitude)
- Ability to pass background check, drug screening, DOT physical, and Worker's Compensation questionnaire
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work at heights up to 20 feet
- Ability to work off a 6' step ladder
- Willingness and ability to travel statewide with overnight stays (approximately 75% travel)
- Knowledge of AC or DC control circuits including cable splicing, terminations, cable sizes, wire color coding, and electrical print reading
- More than 2 years' experience in AC or DC controls
- Demonstrated safety focus and ability to follow Human Performance tools
- Dependable, self-motivated, good communication skills, team player
What We Do
Southern Company Services, Inc., headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.
