Utility Fleet Technician II (Traveling Mechanic)

This Utility Fleet Technician II position supports garages and line crews in the following duties related to the repair and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment (i.e. trucks, dozers, cranes etc.): 

• Preventive maintenance inspections
• Troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems 
• Performing repairs
• Welding and cutting 
• Fabrication
• Driving and operation of heavy trucks and specialized equipment
• Other routine maintenance 

Please note that the successful incumbent should have the necessary tools to perform the above tasks. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Highly desirable for the candidate to possess the following:

• Knowledge of light, medium and heavy vehicles and equipment
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic principals 
• Welding and acetylene cutting skills 
• Ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines 
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems 
• 3 - 5 years job experience in repairing vehicles or equipment 
• 2 year degree in mechanically-oriented training highly preferred
• ASE's and/or Welding Certification preferred

 JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

• To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass two pre-employment written assessments (Craft Knowledge & Skills / CAST). After interviews, the successful candidate will be required to pass a Craft Knowledge & Skills hands-on evaluation and a physical abilities test (POET). 
• Job may require extensive travel, ability to work overtime, call out, and willingness to work first or second shift 
• Ability to qualify for a CDL license within 6 months of employment
• Ability to progress through the Technician II training, obtain ASE certifications, and pass skills assessments
• Ability to certify as brake inspector 
• Ability to certify in air conditioning
• Job requires positive interaction between customers and co-workers 
• Ability to work under extreme weather conditions

**Candidates must be available for overtime, call out, weekend and holidays as needed. 

**Out of town and overnight travel are required throughout the bottom two-thirds of the state, away from home Monday through Thursday each week.

**Per diem can be eligible for qualified employees in accordance with APC IBEW contractual guidelines.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which includes: 
  • Medical and dental coverage
  • Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
  • Performance-sharing plan
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. 
For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

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.