March 6, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Utility Fleet Technician II (Traveling Mechanic)

Organization:
Southern Company
Region:
Canada, Alabama,
End of contest:
June 3, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Fleet
Description

This Utility Fleet Technician II position supports garages and line crews in the following duties related to the repair and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment (i.e. trucks, dozers, cranes etc.):

  • Preventive maintenance inspections

  • Troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems

  • Performing repairs

  • Welding and cutting

  • Fabrication

  • Driving and operation of heavy trucks and specialized equipment

  • Other routine maintenance

Please note that the successful incumbent should have the necessary tools to perform the above tasks.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Highly desirable for the candidate to possess the following:

  • Knowledge of light, medium and heavy vehicles and equipment

  • Working knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic principals

  • Welding and acetylene cutting skills

  • Ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines

  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

  • 3 - 5 years job experience in repairing vehicles or equipment

  • 2 year degree in mechanically-oriented training highly preferred

  • ASE's and/or Welding Certification preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass two pre-employment written assessments (Craft Knowledge & Skills / CAST). After interviews, the successful candidate will be required to pass a Craft Knowledge & Skills hands-on evaluation and a physical abilities test (POET).

  • Job may require extensive travel, ability to work overtime, call out, and willingness to work first or second shift

  • Ability to qualify for a CDL license within 6 months of employment

  • Ability to progress through the Technician II training, obtain ASE certifications, and pass skills assessments

  • Ability to certify as brake inspector

  • Ability to certify in air conditioning

  • Job requires positive interaction between customers and co-workers

  • Ability to work under extreme weather conditions

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Contact

Southern Company

30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW

Atlanta

Georgia États-Unis

www.southerncompany.com