Control Technician Supv NE

American Electric Power•Louisa, KY

About The Position

Supervise technical crews performing maintenance on power plant process equipment, assist with planning and coordinating outage-related activities, and respond to plant trouble by troubleshooting plant process systems and equipment. Plan and schedule work to ensure activities proceed safely and efficiently. Lead crews in a manner consistent with AEP’s Generation cultural pillars and Leadership framework, and ensure work follows Company safety rules and practices. The supervisor directs assigned crews, organizes daily work, coordinates with other plant crews and departments, oversees employee training, procures needed materials and equipment, and responds to emergencies and outages. The role includes inspecting and testing equipment, overseeing control-system analysis and adjustments, resolving equipment problems, and maintaining records and reports. It also involves communicating safety expectations, investigating and reporting incidents, and making recommendations concerning personnel and work improvements. The role requires technical education or equivalent applied knowledge and power plant or equivalent industrial/process experience. The position requires a valid state driver’s license, successful completion of the POSS and MASS tests, and a physical abilities assessment when applicable. The posting lists a compensation range of $47.59–$61.87 and describes a comprehensive benefits package without specifying individual benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in a technical field, or equivalent applied knowledge.
Equivalent education and experience may be based on military training and work at an industrial facility or equivalent, or lead/supervisory experience responsible for industrial processes.
With a bachelor’s degree, at least four years of power plant experience; with an associate degree, at least six years; or with a high school diploma/GED, at least eight years. Equivalent industrial/process experience applies.
Valid state driver’s license and compliance with vehicle-operation requirements under federal and state law.
Good working knowledge of procedures, practices, methods, standards, codes, and theory related to plant operations and maintenance.
Thorough working knowledge of plant process equipment operation, maintenance, and repair procedures sufficient to serve as Issuing Authority for the Clearance Permit System (LOTO), Confined Space Permit System, and other protective procedures.
Ability to interpret prints and manufacturers’ drawings.
Basic understanding of technical aspects of generation equipment operation and systems.
Ability to perform basic computer work.
Thorough familiarity with Company safety rules and practices and proficiency in resuscitation and first aid as presented in the Company Safety Manual.
Demonstrated ability to supervise employees, interpret and transmit orders, and give instructions that achieve effective work results.
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with employees, customers, and the public.
Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) and Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) tests.
Medium physical demand capacity; the posting describes lifting or moving specified loads and potentially standing or walking continuously for up to 12 hours per day.
Completion of a physical abilities assessment is required for employees who have not completed a medium demand level assessment in a previous AEP role.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct assigned crews maintaining plant process equipment using approved methods and procedures.
Demonstrate ethical leadership in safe and healthy work behaviors and environmental stewardship.
Follow operating practices and procedures intended to prevent injury, illness, and environmental non-compliance.
Oversee and supervise training for assigned employees.
Maintain safe working conditions and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, protective clothing, and devices.
Oversee housekeeping, participate in accident investigations, and use root-cause analysis or other methods to maintain a safe work environment.
Implement short-range work plans and organize the daily activities of the assigned crew.
Coordinate work with other crews at the plant.
Respond to emergencies and outages as necessary.
Procure materials, tools, and equipment as required.
Comply with Company practices, policies, and standards applicable to generation work.
Maintain effective working relationships with employees, vendors, contractors, and the public.
Understand and apply Company manuals, labor contracts, employee handbooks, and applicable supplements.
Attend supervisory and work-scheduling meetings as required.
Maintain communications among departments, Generation groups, the Production Optimization Group, and other corporate entities.
Keep the immediate supervisor informed of activities and create and maintain required records and reports.
Make recommendations concerning employment, promotion, discipline, and discharge of assigned personnel.
Record and track discrepancies or errors, coordinate with others, and recommend corrective and improvement actions.
Resolve immediate equipment problems safely and cost-effectively.
Conduct equipment inspections and check protective devices to support safe, continuous generating-unit operation.
Test plant equipment to determine its operating condition and identify improvements or corrective actions.
Oversee control-system analysis and recommend or make adjustments to improve and ensure safe, efficient plant operation.
Communicate the importance of a safe work environment to employees daily.
Investigate, report, and track incidents and accidents, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions; report findings to management and communicate them to employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.