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onsite mid full-time Newnan, GA

First indexed 11 Jul 2026

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled General Plant Operator (GPO) to join our team at Plant Yates in Newnan, GA. As a GPO, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical power plant equipment related to the operation of a combined cycle and/or combustion turbine power plant.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance and troubleshooting, with experience in combustion turbines, combined cycles, or fossil steam boiler-turbines. You will be expected to work independently, communicate effectively with plant stakeholders, and perform thorough operator rounds to evaluate equipment conditions and identify potential hazards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Operating and maintaining plant equipment, including combined cycle and combustion turbine plants
  • Troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Performing operator rounds to evaluate equipment conditions and identify potential hazards
  • Writing condition reports for noted deficiencies
  • Maintaining plant maintenance records in a computer-based work order system (Maximo)
  • Working with minimal supervision and acquiring basic computer skills
  • Collaborating with other departments to support planning and scheduling activities
  • Maintaining proper documentation for assigned systems

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • 2-year college/technical degree or equivalent military training preferred
  • Combustion turbine, combined cycle, or fossil steam boiler-turbine experience desired
  • Previous operations experience desired
  • Industrial maintenance and troubleshooting experience required (five or more years desired)
  • Experience in industrial electrical/mechanical/I&C or certified training desired

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package

As a General Plant Operator at Georgia Power Company, you will be part of a team that values safety, integrity, and performance. If you are a motivated and highly skilled individual looking for a challenging role, we encourage you to apply.

Other Attributes:

  • Ability to support a 24/7 shift schedule, including overtime, holiday, and back shift work
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Team player
  • Ability to handle complex, pressure situations and adapt to a changing work environment
  • Self-starter, highly motivated, and able to organize work with minimal supervision

Pre-Employment Testing:

  • Candidates must pass the pre-employment testing: GPO3 Test

Role Model for Southern Company Behaviors:

  • Safety First
  • Intentional Inclusion
  • Act with Integrity
  • Superior Performance
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