Condition Based Maintenance Specialist (Motor Analysis) | Plant Miller
Job Summary
The Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) Specialist is responsible for evaluating the health and reliability of plant equipment through predictive maintenance technologies, with a primary focus on Electric Motor Circuit Analysis (MCA). This position plays a key role in identifying developing equipment issues, providing actionable maintenance recommendations, and supporting the plant's reliability strategy. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing equipment condition data, documenting results in Maximo, communicating findings to plant personnel, and driving proactive maintenance decisions that improve equipment availability and reduce unplanned outages.
Job Responsibilities
- Complete all requirements to obtain and maintain CBM Certification with two technologies in accordance with Southern Company Generation Standards.
- Serve as the plant's primary subject matter expert for Electric Motor Circuit Analysis (MCA), including testing, interpretation of results, trend analysis, and maintenance recommendations.
- Perform motor health assessments on low, medium, and high-voltage motors to identify electrical and mechanical defects before failure.
- Collect, analyze, trend, and communicate MCA data to support equipment reliability and maintenance planning activities.
- Periodically evaluate equipment performance using predictive maintenance technologies including:
+ Electric Motor Circuit Analysis (primary focus)
+ Infrared Thermography
+ Vibration Analysis
+ Oil Analysis
- Integrate condition monitoring data, operator rounds, preventive maintenance results, work order history, and equipment performance trends to diagnose maintenance needs and identify root causes.
- Utilize Maximo to document inspections, maintain equipment health records, generate recommendations, and track corrective actions.
- Support maintenance and operations teams by providing technical guidance regarding motor condition, repair strategies, replacement decisions, and reliability improvements.
- Collaborate with system owners, planners, engineers, maintenance personnel, and plant leadership to prioritize reliability initiatives and optimize equipment performance.
- Communicate equipment health, emerging risks, maintenance recommendations, and outage planning requirements to plant and corporate stakeholders.
- Research and stay current on industry best practices and advancements in motor testing, predictive maintenance technologies, and reliability-centered maintenance.
- Participate in CBM user groups, training programs, and peer exchanges to share knowledge and strengthen organizational expertise.
- Champion a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are followed during all testing and inspection activities.
Job Experience and Education
- Two-year technical degree in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of two years of maintenance, reliability, operations, electrical maintenance, or similar experience in an industrial or power generation environment required.
- Experience with Electric Motor Circuit Analysis (MCA), motor testing, motor diagnostics, or motor reliability programs strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of power plant systems, maintenance practices, and operations.
- Experience interpreting electrical test data and condition monitoring results preferred.
- Proficiency with computer-based maintenance systems, including Maximo or similar CMMS platforms.
- Ability to work with a wide range of electrical testing, diagnostic, and predictive maintenance equipment.
- Experience with vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, or other CBM technologies is a plus.
- Relevant certifications in motor testing, predictive maintenance, vibration analysis, or thermography are desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to analyze and interpret motor condition and reliability data.
- Knowledge of motor construction, motor failure modes, power quality considerations, insulation systems, and electrical testing methods.
- Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to all levels of the organization.
- Proven interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across departments.
- Self-motivated individual capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to apply sound judgment to complex equipment issues.
- Proven ability to effectively respond to equipment reliability concerns and emergent situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety excellence and continuous improvement.
- Ability to influence maintenance strategy and drive proactive reliability-focused decision making.
Preferred Qualifications
- Motor Circuit Analysis (MCA) certification or equivalent specialized training.
- Experience with PdMA, ALL-TEST Pro, SKF, Baker, or similar motor diagnostic technologies.
- Familiarity with Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), predictive maintenance programs, and equipment reliability best practices.
- Experience in a power generation, heavy industrial, manufacturing, or utility environment.
Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.
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Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
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 https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . 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: 21169
Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Alabama Power
