P&C Electrician C-A

American Electric Power•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

Perform work associated with installing, operating, testing, and maintaining protection and control devices and related equipment under direct, immediate, or general supervision. Equipment includes digital and electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, station disturbance recorders, digital fault recorders, oscillographs and event recorders, RTUs, station SCADA systems, statistical load metering, telemetering, and transducers. The role also installs, maintains, and operates power line carriers, tone, pilot wire, fiber, and related protection and control communications equipment. Respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate prompt restoration of customer service as required. Work assignments and supervision may vary with operating conditions, and related or incidental work may also be assigned. The successful candidate must live within a 30-mile radius of the Arsenal Hill Powerplant. This posting is at multiple grade levels; the stated minimum qualifications apply to the P&C Electrician C level, while higher levels require increased education, skills, or experience. The position requires considerable travel and may require overtime. Candidates must successfully complete a Physical Abilities Test and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while meeting applicable vehicle operation requirements. The role requires physical capacity to lift 60 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds for 20 feet, lift 30 pounds to chest and eye level, walk one mile over an eight-hour shift, climb and work at heights of 20 feet or higher on ladders or structures, and ascend to and work in a bucket or lift at 100 feet or higher (tested at 60 feet). The candidate must be able to discriminate between colors. The successful candidate has technical knowledge acquired through an associate degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology; develops knowledge of relevant standards, codes, regulations, equipment, materials, systems, and business processes; and demonstrates basic computer literacy. They perform assigned work with coaching from higher-level employees, work collaboratively, plan and prioritize routine assignments, maintain accurate records, apply technical knowledge to assigned problems, communicate effectively with internal and external customers, and develop sound judgment and understanding of the local organizational unit. AEP states that it offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package intended to support employees' overall well-being. Its equal employment opportunity policy prohibits discrimination on protected grounds.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or a related technology field.
No previous work experience is required.
Ability and desire to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to perform the key job duties and responsibilities, and to qualify through demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and meet vehicle operation requirements under applicable federal and state law.
Must live within a 30-mile radius of the Arsenal Hill Powerplant.
Ability to lift 60 pounds from floor/ground to waist level; carry 50 pounds for 20 feet; and lift 30 pounds to chest level and eye level.
Ability to walk one mile over the course of an eight-hour shift.
Ability to climb and work on ladders or structures at 20 feet and higher, and ascend to and work in a bucket/lift at 100 feet and higher (tested at 60 feet).
Ability to discriminate between colors; this ability is tested.
Effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
Ability to work as a team player, seek assistance when needed, and relate to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
Basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.
Considerable travel and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

Assist with acceptance and installation testing of protection, control, and measurement devices and associated station equipment.
Test protection and control devices and equipment periodically and as required.
Calibrate protection and control devices and equipment according to schedule and as required.
Assist in diagnosing equipment trouble, misoperation, or damage, and help implement corrective actions to repair equipment and prevent recurrence.
Use computer devices to test and calibrate equipment and retrieve data from protection and control devices.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and operation of power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables.
Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel and in accordance with the proper operating authority's direction.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and operation of new and added equipment or systems as assigned.
Maintain test and automotive equipment in good working order so work can be performed safely and efficiently throughout the system.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and drawings as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Perform duties in accordance with company safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance requirements, and applicable practices.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
Respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate prompt restoration of service to customers as required.