• Condition Based Maintenance Specialist | Plant…

    Southern Company (Bucks, AL)


    Condition Based Maintenance Specialist | Plant Barry

    Job Summary

    This position is responsible for using predictive maintenance technologies to determine the condition of plant equipment and recommending the course of action to take on machinery repair/replacement. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing performance data, documenting results in Maximo, and communicating results with plant team leaders, system owners, and planners.

    Job Responsibilities

    -Complete all requirements to obtain and maintain CBM Certification in accordance with Southern Company Generation Standards

     

    -Periodically evaluate equipment performance by collecting and analyzing data in each of the following predictive maintenance technologies: infrared thermography, electric motor circuit analysis, vibration, and oil analysis

     

    -Integrate CBM technologies, performance data, operator rounds data, PM results and work order history to evaluate and diagnose maintenance needs

     

    -Effectively utilize Maximo to communicate, maintain, and review CBM examinations and maintenance recommendations

     

    -Guide maintenance strategy and provide operational guidance in the expertise area

     

    -Communicate with plant management, corporate management, and peer groups concerning operation, maintenance repairs, replacement, modifications, improvements and schedules

     

    -Research to stay informed of latest CBM technology developments; participate in CBM user groups, and communicate with other CBM personnel to share information and expertise

     

    Job Experience and Education

     

    -Two-year technical degree preferred

     

    -Two years of prior maintenance, operations, or similar experience in a plant environment required

     

    -Knowledge of power plant fundamentals, maintenance, and operations

     

    -Proficient in computer usage and Maximo

     

    -Ability to work with a wide range of electronic field equipment and tools

     

    -Knowledge or experience in any of the CBM technologies is a plus

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

     

    -Proven interpersonal skills

     

    -Excellent written and oral communication skills

     

    -Strong ability to build and sustain relationships

     

    -Strong organization and analytical skills

     

    -Self-starter who can work independently

     

    -Ability to apply sound judgment to technical issues

     

    -Proven ability to effectively handle crisis situations

     

    -Ability to effectively lead and demonstrate Southern Style behaviors

     

    -Champions safety in all activities

     

    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.

     

    Job Identification: 14249

     

    Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

     

    Job Schedule: Full time

     

    Company: Alabama Power