Electric Serviceman - Gulfport

Southern Company • Gulfport, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting all activities in a division office with primary emphasis on customer service and electric operations. This position will be required to perform most tasks related to these activities as well as support other functional areas such as Engineering, Marketing, Vegetation Management, Stores, and Transmission. This position will be covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Mississippi Power and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Requirements

• Experience in providing electric service to new and existing customers.
• Knowledge of distribution construction, operation, and maintenance is required.
• Candidates must have basic computer skills and the ability to develop computer skills with the following software: ARMS, DISTGIS, Microsoft XP Office Products, and other software applications as required.
• Candidates must also have interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with customers and employees.
• The employee is required to work alone most of the time and must be committed to safety and highly self-motivated.
• It is imperative that the successful candidate stay abreast of all process and procedural changes as they relate to local operations.
• The ability to work with customers and fellow employees to solve problems is a must.
• Behavior must reflect Principle Centered Leadership, Our Values, and MPC Safety Principles and Beliefs.
• Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered.
• Must currently have or possess the ability to obtain a valid Mississippi Commercial Drivers license within 6 months of employment.
• Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer's restrictions.
• Candidate must live within 30 minutes of the service center or willing to relocate within 30 minutes within 6 months of starting the job.
• Must be available for after-hours call out and overnight travel as needed.
• At least 5 years experience in line construction.
• Possess a basic knowledge of all functional areas of Customer Services.
• Exhibit working knowledge of distribution, substation, and transmission operations.
• Exhibit strong ethics and values.
• Foster open and frequent communication.
• Maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Be adaptable to changing work situations and external environments.
• Driven by results and continually set personal goals.
• Effectively manage stress.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of substation and transmission operations is preferred.
• Experience working as a trouble shooter and as a first responder to trouble after hours is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all functional areas in the division operations which includes: setting and removing meters, supporting field collection activities, installation of new services as well as maintaining the distribution system, performing distribution and transmission switching, restoration of service, adhering to all compliance requirements, and supporting marketing efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed