Hydro Field Technician - Logan Martin Dam

Hydro Field Technician - Logan Martin Dam

Description

Hydro Field Technician - Logan Martin Dam

The Field Technician has general responsibility for performance of field work within the Hydro Services Group. Specific responsibilities could include any of the following:

• Operation and maintenance of equipment
• In-situ testing
• Surveillance activities
• Geotechnical, environmental and materials sampling
• Concrete and foundation repairs
• Ground modifications
• Accurate recording and reporting of technical and administrative data
• May provide work direction for contract employees and contractors

Education Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma (preferred)

Experience Requirements:

• Experience in handling small tools and equipment.
• Experience in geotechnical drilling.
• Experience in grouting cementitious materials.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Physically able to perform drilling and grouting activities.
• Ability to communicate well with clients, supervisor, team leader and peers.
• Thorough knowledge of all appropriate safety rules and environmental regulations.
• Ability to operate small equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders.

As the Field Technician gains experience and progresses through the job family the Technician should demonstrate increasing expertise in any, or all, the business units and will accept additional responsibilities.

Field Technician III:

• Perform drilling and grouting activities including:
• Set drill casing.
• Perform maintenance on drilling and grouting equipment per manufacturers’ operation and maintenance manuals.
• Monitor surface conditions during drilling and grouting activities.
• Perform work in accordance to all OSHA and APCO safety requirements.
• Perform work in accordance to all EPA and ADEM environmental requirements.

Field Technician II:

• Same as Field Technician III.
• Develop and implement JSB’s.
• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., loader, dump truck, drill, etc.)
• Operate batch plant equipment and controls.
• Perform field calculations applicable to drilling and grouting activities.
• Follow and execute the QA/QC plan.

Field Technician I:

• Same as Field Technician II.
• Perform grouting and drilling activities per design plans and specifications.
• Perform dam safety inspections.
• Perform safety audits and inspections.
• Mentor less experienced team members.
• Perform QA/QC testing per ASTM test methods.
• Operate borehole logging equipment and process data.

Field Technician Sr:

• Same as Field Technician I.
• Develop and train field technicians in grouting and drilling activities.
• Perform QA/QC responsibilities as required by specs and procedures.
• Assist the Project Lead with procurement and materials tracking.

Alabama Power provides the valuable combination of competitive prices, reliable electricity supply and unparalleled service to 1.4 million homes, businesses and industries in the southern two-thirds of Alabama.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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 Field: Power Line Operations & Maintenance

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Vincent

Operating Company: Alabama Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Union Covered: No

Work Location(s):

Logan Martin Dam - 299 Logan Martin Dam Road (299VINCENT)

299 Logan Martin Dam Road

Vincent, 35178

Req ID: APC2007240