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Switchboard Wireman
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What they do
A Switchboard or Telephone Operator works for a telephone company or system to operate telephone system equipment to route incoming calls, direct internal calls, or assist customers with placing calls. Assists with connecting long distance or collect calls, or provides customers with assistance in finding a phone number or an address. May also answer customer calls at a company or organization or work for an agency that handles and routes emergency calls.
$31,478 / year median in Georgia
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Full Job Description Location:
Statewide (Reporting Location is Forest Park, GA - metro Atlanta) Reports to: Assigned Switchboard Wireman foremanPay:
This role falls under a union contract and pay is non-negotiable. $8843 Monthly. $51.02 HourlyJOB SUMMARY
Switchboard Wireman will perform wiring services in control circuits, control panels, and equipment in Transmission Substations throughout the state of Georgia. This includes pulling cables, terminating both AC / DC control circuits, and building control panels. In addition, this position will be proficient in function-testing of control panels and de-energizing control panels in various AC / DC control circuits. This position is part of a statewide traveling Switchboard Wiring Department that is responsible for working in both new and existing transmission substations. This position requires the successful candidate to be able to work with DC batteries and pull, route, and terminate AC / DC control cable within a substation. This position works four ten-hour days and requires overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction location. Travel expenses, hotel expenses and meals are the responsibility of the Switchboard Wireman, and a per diem is provided to help cover these costs. This position is covered under the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84 which includes an increase every six months until you max out in your job classification and a cost-of-living increase annually. This position is subject to call-out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and storm restoration response.JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent.Experience Requirements:
Passing of GPC Switchboard Wiring Training Program Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of AC or DC control circuits including installation work (cable splicing, electrical print reading and layout, terminations, cable sizes, wire color coding, etc.) Safety champion Proven team player Good communication skills Dependable and Self-motivated Takes personal ownership of projects and assignments.Behavioral Attributes:
All candidates must enjoy working outdoors or in a controlled environment that is mentally and physically demanding. Must adhere to all safety requirements and demonstrate Safety Excellence behaviors. Adhere to Georgia Power's philosophy that "Every day, every job, safely." Must demonstrate the ability and desire to work safely and display ethical behavior at all times. Must be completely focused on using Human Performance tools.Other Requirements:
Ability to work at heights of 20 feet may be required in this position. Ability to work off a 6' step ladders is essential to succeed in this position. All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel throughout the state of Georgia. Must possess a valid driver's license. To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass a pre-employment CAST test (basic mechanical aptitude). A thorough background check, drug screening including DOT Physical and Worker's Compensation Questionnaire will be required prior to employment.TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Switchboard Wireman will have completed all training and deemed competent by the GPC Training department after their extensive training program, including classroom and on-the-job training.TRAVEL 75
% Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE:
SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power). Southern Company (