Sr. Fault Locating Technician

Southern Company is hiring a Sr. Fault Locating Technician in Newnan, GA. The role involves testing and maintaining underground systems, fault locating, and working with various stakeholders and equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 5 years of knowledge in distribution underground systems, and 2 years of journeyman/line experience. The position requires on-call availability 24/7 and communication with crews and contractors.
Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for testing and maintaining the underground system during normal and after hour emergency situations, while working with internal and external stakeholders, and running equipment, also being familiar with multiple different testing devices. (Dynatel A-frame, thumper, Phase ID machine, etc.)

Education:

High School Diploma or GED Required.

Job Description:
• Test and locate faults for Distribution, Network Underground, and Transmission
• Locate primary cables as well as secondaries
• On call 24/7 365 with an expected 100% response rate
• There are currently two fault locators covering the metro areas
• Available during storm situations and provide DAT for local headquarters
• Statewide response (recent locations Augusta, Lagrange (Network), Chatsworth, Savannah, Trion, etc.)
• Lone Workers, working inside energized UD transformers and equipment to locate faults
• Training: train line crews how to operate some of our fault locating equipment more efficiently
• Communication with Supervisors, crews, coordinators, and contractors of progress, needs, and findings of several projects.
• Phase ID for contractor workforce and GPC employees
• 5 yrs Knowledge and experience of our Distribution underground system
• 2 yrs Journeyman/Line experience

Skills and Attributes:
• Teamwork
• Self-motivated, multi-tasker, self-starter
• Work planning and scheduling
• Arms, Mobi, Distview, OFS

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: 12575

Job Category: Construction

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power