Customer Design Technician Assc

American Electric Power • Point Pleasant, WV

22h • $32 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing entry level technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields.
• OR High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years or related utility industry work experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Must live within 45 minutes of safe travel to the Point Pleasant Office & Service Center (1543 Ohio River Rd. Point Pleasant, WV 25550).

Nice To Haves

• Gains knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to area of assignment.
• Gains knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes.
• Assists employees in handling defined portions of routine problems when beneficial to AEP.
• Possesses basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher level employees.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
• Plans work in accordance with AEP standard planning practices.
• Prioritizes routine work to meet the demands of the company.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Applies technical knowledge and experience in resolving problems encountered in assigned work.
• Uses initiative in looking for opportunities to improve the process and increase job knowledge/technical skills.
• Seeks out, compiles, analyzes, and interprets information necessary to perform work activities and solve problems.
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.
• Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
• Develops decision-making skills based on sound judgment and job knowledge.
• Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the local organizational unit.

Benefits

• Standard base pay is: Customer Design Technician Assc - $31.72 /hr.
• In addition to 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree