Instrument Technician; I&C Tech - Plant Vogtle 1 & 2

We support 9 million customers and businesses nationwide with electric utilities in three states and natural gas distribution utilities in four, and provide wholesale energy, customized distributed energy solutions and fiber optics and wireless communications across the country.

Join the Southern Nuclear team at Plant Vogtle – the largest provider of clean, reliable nuclear energy in the U.S. – located in Waynesboro, Ga., in Burke County along the Savannah River. The area blends suburban and small‑town living with convenient regional access, making it a fit for families and young professionals alike. There is a strong sense of community and ample access to outdoor recreation, including golf, fishing, wildlife areas and hiking trails.

Residents benefit from desirable local school systems, family‑friendly events and convenient access to health care, shopping, dining and entertainment with only a short drive to Savannah, Statesboro and Georgia’s coast. This is an exciting time to join the Southern Company team and share your talents with a growing and progressive organization!

• Performing routine maintenance on plant measurement, control, and monitoring equipment.
• Performing surveillance and calibration on plant measurement, control, and monitoring equipment.
• Maintaining environmental monitoring equipment and systems to ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety guidelines.
• This position requires emergency response organization participation.

• 2-year associate degree in Electronics, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation, equivalent degree or military training (US Nuclear Navy ET) – Required.
• Curriculum should include: AC/DC Theory, Solid State.

• Basic computer skills.
• Job knowledge in troubleshooting and instrument calibration.
• Instrumentation knowledge in a plant environment (nuclear preferred).
• Interpret logic diagrams, single‑line drawings, P&IDs, connection drawings, and electronic schematics.
• Experience with digital control systems such as Ovation, ABB, GE Mark Vle, and Allen Bradley preferred.
• Research, interpret, and follow procedures.
• Use electronic test equipment for measuring and calibrating equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment in strategic applications.
• Apply human performance tools to mitigate human error.
• Ability to uphold high standards.
• Knowledge related to networking protocols, operations, and administration preferred.

• Must qualify on the EEI Technician Occupations Selection System [TECH] test.
• The successful candidate must meet background screening and fitness for duty requirements.
• The successful candidate must meet the physical requirements of the position and ensure personal safety standards are understood.

• Safety First – We actively care about the safety and well‑being of our employees, customers, and communities. Safely approaching every job, every day, always comes first.
• Intentional Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities, and shareholders.
• Act with integrity – We act with honesty, respect, and fairness, demonstrating trustworthiness in all we do. We are true to our word and follow through on our commitments.
• Superior Performance – We keep customers at the center of everything we do, with a focus on continuous improvement. We provide exceptional service, delivering innovative solutions that benefit our customers, communities, investors, and the environment.

Southern Company invests in the well‑being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well‑being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).

A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . 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.