Cathodic Protection Technician (Coastal Plants – Alabama & Mississippi)

Southern Company•Mobile, AL

About The Position

Cathodic Protection Technician (Coastal Plants – Alabama & Mississippi) Southern Company Services, Technical Shared Services – Electrical Systems Group WORK LOCATION & TRAVEL This position will support our Alabama and Mississippi coastal region power generation plants so the successful candidate will need to reside within a reasonable commute distance to this area (Gulfport, MS to Mobile, AL). Our main reporting office is in Birmingham, AL, so after initial training, the Technician will support the Southern Company plants in the southeast area with a major focus for Alabama and Mississippi coastal region. This position will require frequent travel (approximately 75%) – primarily within the Alabama/Mississippi coast region. This work will require some overnight travel. Overtime work will be required periodically to support customer schedules. This position can be filled with a Non-Exempt Level 4-9, depending upon the skills and experience of the successful candidate. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Primary duties are to support power plant installation and maintenance of Cathodic Protection (CP) systems. Duties include: Maintaining and troubleshooting existing CP systems. Installation of new CP systems and existing CP system components, including general knowledge of CP design/types and material acquisition. Inspect CP contractors work including quality control to meet company installation specifications. Commissioning of new and existing CP systems. This includes knowledge of CP electrical test equipment and tools for monitoring adequacy of CP systems. Periodic testing of a multitude of plant CP systems per company requirements. Provide plant site inspection of CP systems including follow-up reports, data collection using formatted Excel spreadsheets, ability to comprehend plant design drawings, and maintain company documentation practices. Experience with working around energized electrical equipment and with PPE requirements. Some familiarity with AC mitigation systems and knowledge of the rigors of working around buried pipes near energized busses/overhead transmission lines. Ability to locate ground faults or pipe isolation failures and inspect CP rectifiers. Physically able to perform work outdoors under occasional harsh plant conditions (e.g. hot/cold weather, construction site activity, etc.). Must be able to adapt to changing work environment, be able to lift 50 pounds, drive company truck, and work independently. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education & Certification(s): A two-year technical degree or at least one year of relevant working experience is required. AMPP CP1 – Tester certification is preferred. Applicant must be willing to attend formal training of cathodic protection equal to the level of AMPP CP1 & CP2 – Technician. Experience: Experience working on electrical equipment in a heavy industrial environment is required. A minimum of one year experience with surveying CP system operation is desired. General familiarity with AMPP Standards for controlling corrosion with cathodic protection systems High degree of familiarity with use of electrical test equipment and procedures Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to use typical computer applications Ability to work independently and the ability to meet schedules. Ability to communicate diplomatically at all working and management levels. Must have good problem solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting CP systems. The successful candidate must be able to work with limited supervision, and able to perform successfully in an individual and team environment. Behavioral Attributes: Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance. Values teamwork and works effectively in a team environment across multiple business functions, including a hybrid work environment Demonstrates strong attention to detail and motivation for quality, accuracy and timeliness Displays a high degree of self-direction with strong initiative Uses discretion concerning confidential and sensitive issues/information BENEFITS Competitive Pay Flex Schedule Excellent benefits packages which includes: Medical and dental coverage Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan Performance-sharing plan 401(k) plan with a generous company match Bonus opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Please submit an updated resume with your application About Southern Company 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. Southern Company Services

Requirements

A two-year technical degree or at least one year of relevant working experience is required.
Experience working on electrical equipment in a heavy industrial environment is required.
Experience with working around energized electrical equipment and with PPE requirements.
Must be able to adapt to changing work environment, be able to lift 50 pounds, drive company truck, and work independently.
High degree of familiarity with use of electrical test equipment and procedures
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Ability to use typical computer applications
Ability to work independently and the ability to meet schedules.
Ability to communicate diplomatically at all working and management levels.
Must have good problem solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting CP systems.
The successful candidate must be able to work with limited supervision, and able to perform successfully in an individual and team environment.

Nice To Haves

AMPP CP1 – Tester certification is preferred.
Applicant must be willing to attend formal training of cathodic protection equal to the level of AMPP CP1 & CP2 – Technician.
A minimum of one year experience with surveying CP system operation is desired.
General familiarity with AMPP Standards for controlling corrosion with cathodic protection systems
Some familiarity with AC mitigation systems and knowledge of the rigors of working around buried pipes near energized busses/overhead transmission lines.

Responsibilities

Maintaining and troubleshooting existing CP systems.
Installation of new CP systems and existing CP system components, including general knowledge of CP design/types and material acquisition.
Inspect CP contractors work including quality control to meet company installation specifications.
Commissioning of new and existing CP systems. This includes knowledge of CP electrical test equipment and tools for monitoring adequacy of CP systems.
Periodic testing of a multitude of plant CP systems per company requirements.
Provide plant site inspection of CP systems including follow-up reports, data collection using formatted Excel spreadsheets, ability to comprehend plant design drawings, and maintain company documentation practices.
Ability to locate ground faults or pipe isolation failures and inspect CP rectifiers.
Physically able to perform work outdoors under occasional harsh plant conditions (e.g. hot/cold weather, construction site activity, etc.).
Must be able to adapt to changing work environment, be able to lift 50 pounds, drive company truck, and work independently.