CMS Industrial Electrician

American Electric Power • South Charleston, WV

18d • $39 - $39

About The Position

Perform work of a highly skilled and complex nature, under the direction of a journeyman or supervisor, related to the analysis, detection and repair of defects in interlock and electrical control systems, electrical and electronic devices, three phase motor controls, switchgear, motors and related controls, solid state equipment, computers, solid state communication systems, and other electrical and electronic devices such as: protective relays, current transformers, potential transformers, meters, gauges, process control systems. Assist in engineering studies and calculations related to the operating efficiency of power plant equipment, and assist engineers in performing other technical services. Actively participates in continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and Associate degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Controls or a Certificate, Electronics/Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation , or equivalent
• Without degree, add 4 yrs experience in addition to HS diploma or GED.
• With accredited, Associates degree (2 years) -Two years of applicable experience.
• With Certificate of Completion (18 months) - Two years of applicable experience
• Job experience relative to this position: Steel mills, paper mills, nuclear, nuclear navy service, chemical, oil refinery, power plant, or similar industry.
• Must possess the appropriate State driver's license.
• Successful completion of the Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) test is required for this position.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Minimum long distance travel required but the inspection of remote equipment is a daily requirement for this position.
• Must respond to callouts in both outage and non-outage work to maintain and support business operational needs and schedules.
• Comply with all applicable plant operating instructions and procedures.
• Comply with the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work environment and report unsafe conditions and practices.
• Must learn and have a working knowledge of Safety and Environmental guidelines.
• Properly use the tools and equipment applicable to work duties.
• Read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and effective interactions with employees, contractors and others.
• Must be willing and able to work inside designated confined space entry areas, elevated areas and in hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to wear respirator when required.
• Train for fire fighting, first aid, AED and other emergency response programs as required.
• Demonstration of applicable knowledge, skills and abilities are required for next progression within job family.

Responsibilities

• The following will be performed under the direction of a journeyman industrial electrician or supervisor:
• Troubleshoot, diagnose problems, calibrate plant electrical equipment, and performe inspection and repair of transformers, circuit unbalance, cable faults, auxiliary and protective relays, circuit breakers, switchgear, disconnects, conveyors, motors, and generators.
• Perform calculations of power and power factor for three-phase circuits. Analyze circuits by use of prints or special instruments such as voltage or circuit testers.
• Install control panels, pull cable, and terminate cable connections.
• Locate, inspect, troubleshoot and repair defects in control systems involving electrical, solid state electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, (or plant specific systems) using elementary or wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams or control diagrams, along with knowledge of process control .
• Dismantle, overhaul, reassemble, inspect, test, and install electrical equipment, lighting, and freeze protection systems.
• Make layouts for installation of equipment, new construction and remodeling of buildings. Learn to check projects for compliance with standards and specifications.
• Perform electrical circuit breaker trip checks and electrical system interlock checks.
• Installation and connect test equipment in order to perform tests on boilers, turbines, generators and other power plant equipment.
• Compile and record data relating to tests and investigations including graphs, curves, and reports.
• Maintain the analyzing equipment to ensure accurate information for plant operations.
• Develop basic knowledge of industrial processes and systems.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees