Senior Electrical Specialist I
Client: Southern Company Services
Location: Ackerman, MS 39735
Experience: 5–10 Years

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Specialist I to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment in a power plant or heavy industrial environment.

This role will support motors, generators, transformers, switches, controls, wiring, communication systems, emergency DC battery systems, and medium/high-voltage equipment ranging from 480V to 13.8kV. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on electrical maintenance experience, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a strong commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities
Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain:

Motors

Generators

Transformers

Switches

Control equipment

Electrical wiring

Signal and communication systems

Perform journey-level electrician work, including installation of wiring, equipment, and controls.

Maintain plant DC emergency battery backup systems.

Perform maintenance on electrical systems ranging from 480V to 13.8kV.

Support basic high-voltage switchyard electrical maintenance.

Inspect, test, and maintain electrical and high-voltage systems.

Perform electrical system isolations in accordance with industry standards and safety procedures.

Support and provide training related to Electrical Safety programs.

Perform preventive maintenance and basic inspections on tools and equipment.

Respond to electrical emergencies as required, including nights or off-hours.

Support planned outages, equipment repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.

Document maintenance activities, repairs, equipment performance, and shift/job reports.

Communicate equipment condition, issues, and improvement recommendations to supervision and plant personnel.

Work closely with technicians, operators, and maintenance teams to support safe and reliable plant operations.

Required Qualifications
5–10 years of related electrical maintenance experience.

Technical degree from an accredited institution.

Previous experience as a Journeyman Electrician or equivalent relevant military experience.

Strong experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical systems.

Hands-on experience with motors, generators, transformers, switches, and control systems.

Experience working with voltages from 480V through 13.8kV.

Familiarity with high-voltage switchyard maintenance and electrical safety practices.

Experience performing electrical isolations following industry standards.

Strong understanding of electrical safety and hazard awareness.

Ability to read and follow technical procedures and instructions.

Strong organizational and computer skills.

Ability to work safely and effectively in a power plant or heavy industrial environment.

Preferred Qualifications
Power generation or heavy industrial experience.

Experience supporting planned outages and plant maintenance activities.

Experience training others on electrical safety practices.

Strong troubleshooting background with medium- and high-voltage systems.

Key Skills
Journeyman Electrician | Electrical Maintenance | 480V | 13.8kV | High Voltage | Motors | Generators | Transformers | Switchgear | Electrical Troubleshooting | DC Battery Systems | Electrical Isolation | Switchyard Maintenance | Preventive Maintenance | Power Plant | Electrical Safety