Jefferson State is proud to announce a new program in partnership with Alabama Power and other utility companies for Distribution Control Center roles in the Greater Birmingham region.
Applications for inaugural class are now closed. Complete the interest form below for future classes.
All qualified applicants will be invited to an interview and assessment day in September. Please note there are multiple steps in the application process, and candidates should check their emails for ongoing communication.
If you have any questions about this program, please email [email protected].
Eligibility Requirements and Essential Job Functions Include:
- Class is 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday most weeks on site at Jefferson State’s Shelby-Hoover Campus and Alabama Power’s HQ. The program is 12 weeks long. Must be 18 years old at time of application
- High school diploma or GED required
- Submit to background and drug screenings
- Applicant is required to provide proof of his or her ACT score of 18 or better and within the last three years. If an applicant has not taken the ACT or does not have an ACT score of 18 that applicant is required to take the Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE) assessment. TABE grade equivalent of 6 or better is required in Math and Reading to be considered for the program
- Computer skills are required for this program
- Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to multi-task and perform under pressure for extended periods of time without negatively affecting quality or quantity of work produced
- Ability to pass Alabama Power SOPD assessment
- Must possess exceptional customer service
- Scholarships are available for qualified and selected applications for the inaugural class.
Click Here To Complete Interest Form
