Joint Use Technician - Joint Use Technician Principal

American Electric Power•Fort Wayne, IN

8d•$63,496 - $109,553

About The Position

Responsible for performing intermediate 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 with a minimum of 2 years of related utility industry work experience (for Technician level).
High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related utility industry work experience (for Technician level).
Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 4 years of related utility industry work experience (for Technician Sr level).
High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge (for Technician Sr level).
Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience (for Technician Principal level).
High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 8 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge (for Technician Principal level).
Meets expectations of a Technician Senior level (for Technician Principal level).
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Inspecting poles, lines, and attachments
Coordinating pole attachments between utilities and telecom companies
Checking for safety and clearance issues
Supporting make-ready work before new equipment is installed
Keeping records and helping ensure compliance with utility standards
Uses knowledge and experience to perform cost effective work in an efficient manner.
Exhibits understanding of pertinent equipment, material, systems, and processes.
Possesses intermediate level of computer literacy knowledge/skills.
Understands and works within appropriate policies and follows procedures.
Provide training and guidance to employees where beneficial.
Develops knowledge of time constraints for work activities and makes proper adjustments where needed.
Actively seeks out information to increase technical knowledge and job skills where beneficial to AEP.
Contributes to team goals.
Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.
Develops a Win-Win relationship.
Understands corporate goals.
Uses decision making skills to perform job more efficiently and cost effective.
Demonstrates an attitude, ability, and desire to listen and satisfy both internal and external customers.