Maintenance Specialist Sr

Maintenance Specialist
- System Owner

Plant Bowen, Cartersville, GA

This position will be accountable for strategic direction, oversight, and all maintenance activities associated with Maintenance Specialist Sr./System Owner duties. This will include technical support, outage planning/scheduling and coordination, routine maintenance planning, project coordination, and capital and O&M budget tracking.

• Continually seek to improve the availability, efficiency, and reliability of the system and associated operating equipment in an economic manner
• Provide coordination and technical direction for maintenance and project related work activities of mechanical, electrical, I&C, and contract personnel
• Analyze issues and provide a timely response to equipment or system problems
• Development and installation of special improvement projects for the FGD system and associated equipment
• Develop and maintain budgets (current, 5 year, and 10 year) for assigned system and associated equipment
• Support and review Root Cause Analyses on the system
• Develop and maintain a robust maintenance strategy
• Routine, project, and outage planning, coordination, and procurement of labor and materials
• Administration and coordination of contractors and vendors
• Establish an ongoing relationship with vendors and intercompany personnel; gather and analyze acceptance data on new/rebuild equipment and stay informed of current technology
• Must have a thorough understanding of Maximo and relevant computer applications to monitor work order progress, parts status, and labor utilization
• Must be available for weekend, holiday, extended hours, and call-out responsibilities on a 24-hour basis

• A technical degree or equivalent is desired but not required.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of Electric Generating Plant equipment.
• Minimum of 7 years of industrial operation and maintenance in lieu of Electric Generating plant experience.
• Technical background on operation and maintenance of generating plant equipment
• Short and long-term strategic planning skills
• Ability to analyze critical situations; determine competent solutions with implementation in a safe and effective manner.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external customers and technical support
• Ability to multitask and handle a high volume of work
• Proficient in relevant computer applications (Maximo, Oracle, OIS, and various Microsoft Office software programs)
• Demonstrated planning and organization skills
• Understanding of IBEW and local craft labor contracts
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong communication skills

Behavioral Expectations

• Self‑motivated with demonstrated initiative and accountability
• Consistently safety‑focused mindset
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct
• Team‑oriented with a willingness to support others when gaps are identified
• Positive, solution‑driven attitude
• Commitment to supporting and contributing to an inclusive workforce

f this job is determined to be a critical job, limitations for transferring internally within the Company may apply for a set period of time. If applicable, details will be shared during the selection process.

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: 17524

Job Category:
Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule:

Full time

Company:
Georgia Power