Appr Electrician (Shift)

The Apprentice Electrician is an entry-level training position designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to become a Journeyman Electrician responsible for maintaining power generation facilities.

This position performs electrical maintenance activities that include, but are not limited to, maintaining and repairing power plant equipment; working on energized and de-energized systems; planning and executing work assignments using procedures, schematics, and technical drawings; performing preventive maintenance; assembling and disassembling equipment using proper rigging and lifting techniques; troubleshooting electrical systems; utilizing electrical testing equipment; and communicating effectively with plant supervision, operations personnel, and maintenance teams.

The Apprentice Electrician is also responsible for maintaining maintenance records in the Maximo® work management system and ensuring all work complies with applicable environmental regulations and plant procedures. Safety is a fundamental expectation of the role, and employees must perform all duties with a strong commitment to personal and team safety.

High School Diploma or GED required.

This is an entry-level position; previous experience with electrical or mechanical systems is preferred.

Associate degree or technical certification in one of the following areas is preferred: Electronics Electricity Electronic Technology Industrial Maintenance Electrical Construction and Maintenance Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Electronics

Electricity

Electronic Technology

Industrial Maintenance

Electrical Construction and Maintenance

Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.

Knowledge of basic electrical theory, including: AC and DC electrical systems Single-phase and three-phase motors Basic transformer theory Electrical symbols and formulas

AC and DC electrical systems

Single-phase and three-phase motors

Basic transformer theory

Electrical symbols and formulas

Fundamental understanding of: Motors Controllers Switchgear Relays Transformers Generators Electrical distribution systems

Motors

Controllers

Switchgear

Relays

Transformers

Generators

Electrical distribution systems

Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and control systems using technical documentation.

Basic knowledge of electronics, instrumentation, PLCs, DCS systems, and process control systems preferred.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including: Walking long distances Climbing ladders and stairs Lifting and carrying equipment Working in confined spaces and elevated locations

Walking long distances

Climbing ladders and stairs

Lifting and carrying equipment

Working in confined spaces and elevated locations

Ability to safely work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Must support a 24/7 utility operation, including: Overtime assignments Back-shift work Emergency call-outs Holiday and weekend work as needed

Overtime assignments

Back-shift work

Emergency call-outs

Holiday and weekend work as needed

Must maintain at least 50% availability for call-out assignments.

Willingness to relocate for future career opportunities if required.

Apprentice Electricians participate in a comprehensive training program that combines:

Classroom instruction

Hands-on skills training

Structured on-the-job training

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.