Georgia Power is looking for skilled individuals for future Auxiliary Equipment Operator positions located at Plant Scherer.

We would like to take the opportunity to share information regarding this opening and to learn more about you as a potential candidate. Your information will be collected and evaluated. At this time, you may experience a delay in being contacted for next steps in the selection process as we invite candidates to take required skills testing. Please check your email messages regularly, as we will communicate with you via email. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Auxiliary Equipment Operator (AEO) position is an entry-level position in the Power Plant Operations department that is responsible for continuous inspection, monitoring, and troubleshooting of industrial-type plant equipment to ensure their reliable and efficient operation. AEOs also perform routine operations tasks, including:

• collecting and documenting readings 
• initiating work orders to address equipment issues 
• removing coal-burning waste by-products 
• servicing equipment such as adding oil or changing filters 
• performing equipment isolation and alignments (electrical and mechanical) 
• operating pumps, fans and conveying systems 
• performing housekeeping activities to ensure that dust control procedures are being addressed around the plant. This will include performing fire watch and responding to incipient fires.

In performing these tasks, AEO's must:

• brief relief shift personnel on the status of the work and any information pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of equipment on the unit. 
• assist other personnel, including mechanical and electrical maintenance, laboratory, and engineering personnel. 
• Follow safety rules, regulations, and procedures. 
• In order to retain employment, AEOs must pass an onsite training program and qualification exam.

 This job is subject to the provisions of Paragraph 46 of the Memorandum of Agreement between GPC and IBEW Local Union No. 84. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Pre-Employment Requirements

Candidates for employment must:

• Be at least 18 years of age 
• Possess a valid driver's license 
• Successfully pass the written POSS/MASS Test and Physical Abilities Test.  Testing will be coordinated by the recruiter for this position.  No action regarding test scheduling is necessary on the interested applicant's part.  Simply apply for the position to begin the candidate screening process. To view aptitude test information, see the bottom of this job posting for instructions for the POSS/MASS Practice Test.  Even if you are already test qualified, you must re-apply.  
• Pass a drug test and background investigation. 
• Be able to medically qualify for the use of a respirator

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred. 
• Technical Degree (Diploma or Certificate) a plus. 
• Previous work experience (full-time or part-time) preferred but not required. 
• Previous work experience in power plant, manufacturing, industrial, commercial, warehousing, construction, or other safety-related setting is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles  
• Knowledge of hand tools 
• Math calculation skills 
• Basic computer skills 
• Ability to read, understand and follow technical procedures, rules and regulations 
• Ability to read and interpret tables, graphs, and piping diagrams 
• Ability to take measurements using gauges, digital meters, and other instruments. 
• Ability to work with and support team-oriented work groups 
• Ability to perform physical activities while wearing respirators with filter cartridges or self- contained breathing apparatuses in a power plant environment. 
• Open two-way communication skills.

Behavioral and Other Requirements

Demonstrate behaviors that align with our organization's "Our Values" philosophy.  The 3 tenets of Our Values are:

• Safety First - hold safety as a core value, focus on safety excellence and risk reduction, embrace a caring culture and equate safety to caring for our co-workers as well as ourselves
• Unquestionable Trust - honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity drive our behavior.  We keep our promises and ethical behavior is our standard. 
• Superior Performance - We are dedicated to the superior performance throughout our business.  Our priorities are safety first, teamwork, diversity and continuous improvement through strong leadership. 
• Total Commitment - We are committed to the success of our employees, customers, and shareholders, and to citizenship and stewardship in all our actions.
• Have a strong safety awareness
• Be dependable and punctual. 
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude, take initiative, and look for process improvements. Safety First - hold safety as a core value, focus on safety excellence and risk reduction, embrace a caring culture and equate safety to caring for our co-workers as well as ourselves
• Unquestionable Trust - honesty, respect, fairness, and integrity drive our behavior.  We keep our promises and ethical behavior is our standard. 
• Superior Performance - We are dedicated to the superior performance throughout our business.  Our priorities are safety first, teamwork, diversity and continuous improvement through strong leadership. 
• Total Commitment - We are committed to the success of our employees, customers, and shareholders, and to citizenship and stewardship in all our actions.
• Strive for self-improvement. 
• This job requires shift work and overtime, and you will be required to work some weekend, nights and holidays: Plant Specific - Shift schedules are voted on annually, but currently this plant has two fixed 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) worked on rotating weekdays. 
• Must be available to respond to call-outs seven days per week 
• Must perform some physical activities while wearing respirators with filter cartridges or self- contained breathing apparatuses in a power plant environment 
• Must be able to perform duties wearing personal protective equipment which may include: safety glasses, hard hat, respirator, dust mask, steel toe shoes, gloves and hearing protection 
• Must be able to lift, push or pull heavy equipment or other items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to work in difficult environments including confined spaces, extreme hot and cold temperatures, indoors and outdoors, around loud noise and locations accessible only via vertical ladders or over uneven spaces, cat walks, climbing high elevations up to 20 feet or working on grated surfaces/platforms above 20 feet.    
• Must be willing to work with high voltages and high steam and water pressures.

• POSS and MASS are two different tests
• the proctored testing is computer-based (not written) and administered at testing centers
• the candidate will receive email(s) with scheduling instructions for each of tests the candidate should schedule and complete by the deadline(s) specified 
• POSS and MASS have separate practice tests. Below is the token link for candidate access to EEI’s online test preparation materials (no username or password needed):

https://eeitests.org/onlineproducts/signin?token=233343b7b6244a829f2ee2fb914fa848 [eeitests.org]

Candidates for employment must:

• Be at least 18 years of age 
• Possess a valid driver's license 
• Successfully pass the written POSS/MASS Test and Physical Abilities Test.  Testing will be coordinated by the recruiter for this position.  No action regarding test scheduling is necessary on the interested applicant's part.  Simply apply for the position to begin the candidate screening process. To view aptitude test information, see the bottom of this job posting for instructions for the POSS/MASS Practice Test.  Even if you are already test qualified, you must re-apply.  
• Pass a drug test and background investigation. 
• Be able to medically qualify for the use of a respirator