I&C Technician – SPC Plant Franklin

Summary of Position Duties:

This position performs technical and analytical services essential to the control system and associated equipment (electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic) within the plant. Plant Franklin consists of three Combined Cycle Units. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the plant control and electrical systems. These systems include digital control system, circuits, power circuits, and control devices. Employee will participate in the plant maintenance program as a system owner and document plant maintenance records in a computer-based work order system, MAXIMO®.

Job Experience and Education:

• 2-Year College/Technical degree, military training or apprenticeship program is preferred.

• Minimum of two years’ experience in electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic instrumentation and controls required.

• Experience with digital control systems, PLCs, GE Control Systems, CEMS and Emerson Ovation Control System preferred.

• Experience in Combustion Turbine (CT) and/or Combined Cycle (CC) plant operation is preferred.

• Must demonstrate "Our Values"

• Must be able to handle complex, pressure situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment. - Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrates initiative and personal drive - Values continuous learning and teamwork

• Must be able to work with limited supervision

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to handle complex troubleshooting, high pressure situations and be adaptable to a changing work environment.

• Candidate must exemplify Our Values and be a team player with a positive attitude towards work.

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• Detailed knowledge of plant controls and data acquisition systems desired.

• Must have good problem solving and analytical skills necessary to determine current / future operating conditions and trending for optimized plant performance.

• Must have superior interpersonal skills, proven written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently, self-directed and an effective team member.

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  Southern Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 55 facilities operating or under construction in 14 states with more than 12,500 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Kansas, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, and Washington.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

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.

Job Identification: 8925

Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Power