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Lighting Service Engineer Location: Mobile, Alabama Contract- 3 Years
Client: Alabama Power
Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lighting Service Engineer to support lighting design and maintenance activities for Southern Company operations. The ideal candidate will have prior co-op or work experience within SOCO’s Distribution or Transmission functions, strong field readiness, and the ability to work independently in various environmental conditions.
Key Responsibilities: Perform lighting system design, inspection, and service support
Independently manage fieldwork, including driving between sites Conduct outdoor assessments in extreme weather and uneven terrain Use basic hand tools (e.g., hammer stakes) for field setup and validation Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders on lighting project requirements Maintain accurate documentation and data input using Microsoft Office and internal tools Track and report progress on lighting-related service tasks Apply sound judgment and attention to detail in all aspects of work completion
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related Technical discipline
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle (car or truck) for job site visits Ability to work outdoors in Alabama climate extremes (heat, cold, etc.) Comfortable walking on uneven terrain and performing light physical labor Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications: Prior Southern Company (SOCO) Co-op or relevant utility experience
Lighting Design experience within a Distribution or Transmission context Familiarity with APC priority computer programs

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Experience level

Mid

Location

Mobile, AL

Occupation

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Industry

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