Truck Operator

Truck Operator Transmission Line Construction

Truck operator is an entry level position. You will be assisting in the construction of new and used transmission lines that will consist of wood, concrete, and steel structured lines spread statewide through Georgia. This position requires heavy manual labor and weekly travel. Travel expenses and hotel cost are the responsibility of the truck operator and a daily per diem (allowance) will be provided to help cover these costs. The current rate is $178 a day for those employees accruing overnight lodging and working 50 miles from home. This is an item covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84. This position is subject to call out, scheduled overtime, and storm restoration work.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Candidates who have earned the ELAC (Electrical Line Worker Apprentice Certification) through a technical college is highly desirable
• Experience working outdoors in a labor-intensive occupation
• Background in commercial driving, equipment operations, or equipment rigging is desired
• Class A unrestricted commercial driver's license or permit prior to start of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of hand tools and equipment associated with line construction
• Ability to read, understand, and follow all procedures, rules, and safety regulations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Basic physical strength to perform daily work tasks
• Demonstrate the ability to take instruction, directions and translate them into action
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in utility construction, heavy industrial maintenance/construction, military, and/or electrical experience is preferred

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must currently have a Class A unrestricted commercial driver's license or permit prior to start of employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment CAST test (basic mechanical aptitude) and Post Offer Employment Test.
• A thorough background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and workers compensation questionnaire will be required prior to employment.
• Candidates must be able to work in all weather conditions throughout the year that may include heat, rain, ice, and snow.
• Display ethical behaviors and demonstrate our company's values which are: Safety Excellence, Unquestionably Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment
• Able to work assigned storm duties, which may include nighttime, weekend, holidays, and overnight travels
• Because of the nature of the work and weight restrictions on our equipment a candidate must currently weight (and maintain their body weight) below 300 lb. fully dressed including steel-toed boots and hard hat.

Training and development Once a truck operator has completed all the proper requirements they will have the opportunity to bid into an apprentice lineman position. Once in this position he/she will undergo an extensive training program that will include a mixture of classroom and on the job training that will include climbing and working at heights up to but not limited to 200 ft. This training program will last approximately 4 years. Upon success of the program you will be able to bid on an Lineman position when available.

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 month 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.

Pay: This is a position covered by the collective bargaining agreement between GPC and IBEW Local 84. Union membership is optional. Current starting pay for ALL NEW HIRES is $5,235.00 /month or approximately $30.20/hour. Truck Operators who receive job offers will be hired at this rate, regardless of experience/skills. This rate is non-negotiable.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicants 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.