Mechanic in North​/Mississippi

About Us

Southern Electric Corporation, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), is an electrical utility contractor that specializes in the construction of high‑voltage transmission lines, underground and distribution lines, and emergency restoration services. With more than 100 crews and almost 2,000 pieces of modern equipment, our customers include investor‑owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipalities. We are committed to safety, training, and customer satisfaction and have been a proven leader in the industry since 1985.

The Mechanic position at Southern Electric Corporation requires the ability to operate and drive any truck, including tractor‑trailers, to support all assigned work activities. Candidates must have at least three (3) years of experience and possess a valid commercial driver’s license.

• Analyze malfunctions and repairs, rebuild and maintain motor vehicles and construction equipment, such as pickup trucks and heavier trucks ranging from ½ ton to 10 ton GVWR, company automobiles, cranes, power shovels, digger derricks, aerial lift equipment, motor graders, trench‑digging machines, conveyors, bulldozers, pumps, compressors, portable generators, portable power supplies, hydraulic press heads and motors and pneumatic tools.
• Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose defects.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment, using hoist and hand tools.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using test equipment and gauges.
• Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• May weld or have welded broken parts and structural members.
• May fabricate or have fabricated parts or devices used in the construction and/or maintenance of power and telecommunication systems.
• May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assist with assembly and disassembly of equipment.
• May repair, adjust and maintain specialized machinery, such as conductor pullers, tensioners, spacer buggies, drilling and cutting equipment.
• Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
• Raise equipment using hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of equipment.
• Remove as needed the engine, transmission, or differential, using wrenches and hoist.
• Disassemble unit and inspect parts for wear, using test equipment, calipers, and thickness gauges.
• May repair, replace parts or send equipment off to have parts, such as pistons, rods, gears, valves and bearings replaced.
• Overhaul or replace carburetors, fuel injection systems, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
• May rebuild or send off to be rebuilt crankshafts and cylinder blocks, valve heads, etc.
• Rewire ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
• Reline and adjust brakes, align front end, repair or replace shock absorbers and solder leaks in radiator.
• Mend damaged body and fenders by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts.
• Replace and adjust headlights, and install and repair accessories, such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
• Identify safety equipment on a specific piece of equipment.
• Read and use the operations manual for a specific piece of equipment.
• Perform general cleanup of equipment.
• Identify components and controls of machine.
• Perform daily walkthroughs, routine and periodic checks, inspections, and maintain equipment.
• Learn and interpret proper hand signals.
• Perform basic operation of equipment.
• Assist with adjustment of brakes and clutches.
• Assist with the service and maintenance schedule of the equipment.
• Read and use all capacity charts for the equipment.
• Perform setup of equipment, connect, and disconnect trailers.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Secure loads on trailers.
• Adhere to all company and safety policies while conducting company business.
• Attend training classes as prescribed by the training department.
• Operate most construction equipment, booms, etc. if needed.
• May also perform other duties as needed.
• Be trustworthy and safety‑minded and must be conversant with all safety procedures/requirements applicable to the equipment.
• Spot or recognize potential danger areas and take evasive actions on your…