April 27, 2025
Electric Energy Jobs

Operations Technician

Organization:
Southern Company
Region:
Canada, Alabama, Prattville
End of contest:
June 9, 2025
Type:
Full time
Category:
Operations
Description

Operations Technician (SPC Harris)

Plant Harris Combined Cycle Plant E.B. Harris Generating Facility, a combined cycle plant located in Prattville, AL, is currently seeking candidates for the position of Operations Technician. The selected candidate for this position will be responsible for operating and maintaining a combined cycle power plant.

JOB SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for operating combined cycle units, monitoring, troubleshooting, performing maintenance and repair of all electrical & mechanical power plant equipment. This is a multi-crafted position that has the responsibility of performing various other duties that are expected; these include project management and system ownership assignment. The selected candidate must be able to work a rotating day and night shift schedule that includes coverage on weekends and holidays.

Job Experience

  • Previous power plant, turbine, or boiler experience is preferred.

  • Gas turbine or combined cycle experience is a plus.

  • Electrical and mechanical experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong electrical & mechanical aptitude is required.

  • Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical & mechanical equipment is required.

  • General proficiency in using computer applications, i.e. Microsoft Office products is required.

  • Experience in Maximo work order management system is a plus.

  • An associate's technical degree in electrical/instrumentation field is a plus.

Behavioral Attributes

  • This position requires excellent communication, problem solving skills, and participation in a team-oriented environment.

  • An Operations Technician must have the ability to handle complex and high-pressure situations.

  • An Operations Technician must be a self-starter.

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Contact

Southern Company

30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW

Atlanta

Georgia États-Unis

www.southerncompany.com