Apprentice Electrician

There are multiple openings for Apprentice Electricians who work in the construction of Transmission Substations throughout the state of Georgia.

Candidates hired as Apprentice Electricians will participate in a 3 - 4-year training program. Candidates hired as Apprentice Electricians who have 3 years or more of Substation experience will be evaluated, and based on experience, background, and competency, may be placed in a 12 - 18 month accelerated training program.

This position is a physically demanding position, works four, ten-hour days and requires overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction site. Depending on work location, you could be away from home as many as 200 nights per year accumulative not consecutive nights.

Per diem for travel expenses, hotel expenses and meals.

Option Plan I, Option 1 - Long Money

Non-taxable to employees

Amount: $178

To qualify, an employee must satisfy the following requirements:

Distance from home to assigned work location is 50 or more miles

AND - Lodging location is near assigned work location

AND - Lodging expenses are incurred

AND - Employee stays in the hotel room, camper, house, condo, etc. for which the expense supports

Amount will be adjusted annually to keep pace with the applicable "standard" per diem rates as defined by the US General Services Administration.

Plan I, Option 2 - Option 2

Non-taxable to employees

Amount: $50

To qualify, an employee must satisfy the following requirements:

Distance from home to assigned work location is 50 or more miles

-AND Lodging is provided by the company or paid for on employee's p-card

-AND Employee stays in the accommodation provided by the company

Plan II - "Short Money"

Taxable to employees

Amount: $26

If an employee does not meet Plan I requirements, he is eligible for per diem under Plan II.

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. 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 Electricians into Section 6A are required to fulfill a 1-year obligation before they are eligible to bid into other Section inside Section 6 Transmission Construction.

Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirements:

It is strongly preferred candidates have prior experience in the following:

Transmission Substation Construction

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

Candidates must have:

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 instruction, direction and translate those into actions

Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions

Exhibited safe work practices as evidenced by a history of working accident and injury free

It is preferred candidates have prior experience with:

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

It is a must for candidates to:

Be self-motivated

Take personal ownership of projects and assignments

Have previously demonstrated the ability to successfully work in a team environment

Have good communication skills

Report to work on time daily

Behavioral Attributes

Candidates must:

Demonstrate a commitment to Safety Excellence

Display ethical behavior

Understand the value of customer service and support

Other Requirements

1. Driver's License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Candidates must have:

A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or

A valid driver's license and be able to attain a CDL within 6 months of employment

Note: Any candidate who holds a current CDL will require verification with current and past employers upon job offer.

2. Pre-Employment Testing

To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass:

The Construction and Skilled Trades Exam (CAST test).

3. Interview

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

4. Prior To Employment

Pass a Post Offer Evaluation Test

Prior to employment, a thorough background check and DOT drug screen will be conducted (after a job offer is extended). You must successfully meet the 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.

5. Weight Restriction

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 hardhats.

6. Travel and Working Conditions

All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel throughout the state of Georgia. You could be away from home as many as 200 nights per year accumulative not consecutive.

Candidates must be able to frequently work in extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow and ice.

Additional Information

Pay

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 $5945 per month and is not negotiable under the IBEW 84 Contract.

Training And Development

Apprentice Electricians in Transmission Construction will undergo an extensive training program, including classroom and on-the-job training. The training program lasts approximately 3 to 4 years.

Upon successful completion of the training, the employee is eligible to bid on Electrician 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,