GPC Solar / BESS / DERs - I&C Technician – South Region
Position Overview:
The purpose of this position is to provide O&M support for GPC R2Gen - Solar / BESS / DERs facilities in the South Georgia Region. (Valdosta & Albany)
Note: The successful candidate should expect to have primary responsibilities in the southern half of the state but could be asked to provide support elsewhere if needed.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of utility-scale PV solar plants, distributive energy resources, and battery energy storage facilities across the state of Georgia. Duties include both monitoring and operation of the assets through SCADA, as well as maintenance activities such as inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of AC and DC systems. Equipment examples include but are not limited to inverters, PV modules, combiner boxes, battery energy storage systems, SCADA systems, plant controllers, metering systems, transformers, switchgear, and RICE generators. The successful candidate will work routinely with 600v-1500v DC systems and will need to be familiar with medium-voltage AC systems up to 34.5KV. The candidate will be responsible for all site compliance including contractor administration, environmental, health, and safety. All technicians in this role are required to facilitate and execute LOTO using Generation SafeTK. The successful candidates will use IBM Maximo for planning work, executing work, documenting work, managing inventory, and tracking plant equipment issues.
Typical work schedules for this position include 5/8s or 4/10s, however, schedules may be adjusted to suit the needs of the business. Must be available for night, weekend, holiday work and on call as required. This may include storm duty as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of industrial or power plant facility operations and maintenance
- Demonstrate knowledge in electrical and mechanical safety
- Demonstrate the understanding of industrial safety practices such as LOTO, switching, maintenance processes, and basic industrial compliance obligations.
- Proficient in reading and understanding electrical schematics and prints.
- Proficient with DC systems and equipment
- Fundamental understanding of medium & high voltage AC systems and equipment up to 34.5KV
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
- Self-directed, responsible, and accountable
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Physical fitness for demanding tasks
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Responsibilities:
- Travel to and from site locations around the region or state as needed
- Or - may be assigned to one site
- Assist with planning, coordinating, & scheduling of site maintenance activities and projects
- Execution of site operations and maintenance activities and projects
- Troubleshoot and repair plant equipment
- Site compliance facilitator, and executer (Environmental, Health, and Safety)
- Site contractor compliance facilitator, and executer
- Site – LOTO administrator, facilitator, and executer
- Maximo User – PMs, CMs, CDs, Inventory, PRs, POs, and record keeping
- Participate in team meetings (Morning Meetings, Planning Meetings, Safety Meetings, etc)
- Participate and complete all assigned training
- Effectively communicate with Team Leader and Team Members
Position Requirements and Preferences
- Required - The successful candidate will be required to live in the South Georgia region in a location suitable for business needs (Within one hour drive of both Valdosta and Albany)
- Required – The successful candidate will be required to obtain DBIDS (Defense Biometric Identification System) credentials for access to the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany, GA.
- Required - EEI TECH test qualified
- Required - An approved two-year technical associate’s degree from a certified technical institution or military equivalent
- Required - Must be available for extended work hours including nights and weekends
- Required – Must be available for call out to support operational needs
- Required - Must be flexible, forward-thinking, and strategic minded
- Required - Self-motivated, customer-focused, and can work alone or in a team
- Required - Must be an effective team player with a positive attitude towards work.
- Preferred - Work experience in Solar or BESS plant maintenance and operations
- Preferred - Working knowledge of MAXIMO
- Preferred - Working knowledge of SafeTK
- Preferred - Contractor Compliance experience
- Preferred - Knowledge of medium and low voltage distribution systems
f this job is determined to be a critical job, limitations for transferring internally within the Company may apply for a set period of time. If applicable, details will be shared during the selection process.
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.
