Journeyman Ductline Mechanic-Metro Atlanta

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

1d • $8,816 • Onsite

About The Position

Journeyman Ductline Mechanic (DLM) for Network Underground Services (NUS). NUS provides construction & maintenance services for the underground network electrical systems located in Metro Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, Macon, Columbus, Athens, Valdosta and other spot Network Systems throughout Georgia. We provide a highly reliable electric service to High Profile Customers such as high-rise commercial and residential buildings, hospitals, government agencies and large businesses that are located within our service territory across the state. This position is based out of Atlanta. All candidates must be available to work within a certain distance of their assigned operating headquarters (upon hire). No relocation assistance is available. The pre-employment testing will include, but not limited to, the following and will require up to 2 days of evaluations at the Network Underground Headquarters in Atlanta, GA. Lunch will be provided both days, plus an allowance for one night hotel accommodations with dinner for any candidates outside of a commutable distance. There is no compensation for the pre-employment process and other travel expenses are the responsibility of the candidate.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude or background
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electric utility industry required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Journeyman Ductline Mechanical or equivalent required
• Underground Network experience required
• Experience with removal of concrete from ductline with energized secondary or primary cables is required
• Construction and maintenance of underground network systems is required
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of hand tools
• Skilled in the use of hydraulic and battery tools
• Skilled in the use of equipment directly related to underground network systems
• Ability to identify the need for application of cover-up in energized situations.
• Ability to work in enclosed spaces such as machines, vaults, and tunnels where entry requires access by ladders
• Ability to work at heights on lifts, ladders, scaffolds, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair structures on the underground network system
• Knowledge of the underground network and high reliability distribution systems
• Ability to receive instructions, directions and translate into actions
• Must be available for scheduled or emergency call out which could include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must be available to travel outside of the state for storm restoration as needed
• Valid Class A CDL license is required
• Max weight – 270 lbs. fully clothed (includes hard hat and work boots) due to weight-restricted equipment

Nice To Haves

• Distribution underground experience is strongly desired
• Knowledge and use of heavy equipment directly related to underground network systems is a plus
• Experience working outdoors with heavy equipment directly related to underground network systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all ductline related construction and maintenance for the underground network electrical systems and other high reliability distribution across the state of Georgia.
• Receive training on the construction and maintenance activities associated with our Network & High Reliability Distribution systems including operating procedures for all equipment involved in the process, i.e., cranes, lifts, back-hoe, manhole/ductline installation equipment, etc.
• Work on our system in enclosed spaces such as manholes, vaults & tunnels where entry requires access by ladders plus the ability to work at heights in lifts, scaffolds, etc.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the installation and maintenance of the underground network system. This includes but not limited to, manhole decking, manhole layout, removal of concrete on energized ductline, sump pump installation, excavation and shoring, concrete pouring and finishing, etc.
• Work in an enclosed space
• Manhole and ductline installation
• Pouring concrete and flowable fill concrete
• Lowering and lifting 50-pounds or more while maintaining positive control
• Safely Operating/Driving Company Vehicles
• Removal of concrete from ductline with energized cable
• Operating heavy equipment (back-hoe, boom truck, forklift, or similar equipment)
• Working in adverse conditions outdoors – day and night hours
• Available and accessible at least 50% of the time for emergencies which could include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Available for travel outside the state to support storm emergencies as needed.

Benefits

• Travel expenses will be covered if overnight stay is required.
• Lunch will be provided both days, plus an allowance for one night hotel accommodations with dinner for any candidates outside of a commutable distance.
• Union membership is optional.
• The starting salary is $8,816 per/month OR $50.86 per/hour (non-negotiable and level of experience does not apply) and this pay is governed by this agreement which includes an increase every six months assuming satisfactory performance, until you max out in your job classification and a negotiated general increase every July.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED