P&C Technician II

American Electric Power•Fort Wayne, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The P&C Technician II performs work associated with the installation, testing, maintenance, and operation of all protection and control (P&C) devices and related equipment under direct, immediate, or general supervision. Such devices and equipment include digital microprocessor relays, electromechanical relays, other intelligent electronic devices, oscillographs and event recorders, remote terminal units (RTU), station control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, statistical load metering, telemetering and transducers, as well as power line carriers (PLC), tone, pilot wire, fiber, and associated P&C communications equipment. The team also responds to emergency callouts and coordinates prompt restoration of service to customers as required. This role involves performing miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to the specifically outlined duties. Supervision levels are defined as Direct (hands-on), Immediate (near and in constant contact), and General (knowledgeable person not necessarily on-site). A Qualified Person is a P&C Technician or Supervisor knowledgeable and capable of performing the work and emergency rescue.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology or equivalent education and/or experience (determined by hiring manager, limited to military training and technical/technician work experience).
No previous work experience required.
Must satisfactorily complete, in established time frames, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current classification.
Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (P & C Technician Sr in this family) and be qualified through demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Successful candidate must live within a 45-minute safe-driving distance of the facility.

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.
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.

Responsibilities

Assist in the installation and performance of acceptance tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated equipment in stations.
Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of all power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables as assigned.
Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel following direction of the proper operating authority.
Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of any new and added equipment or systems as assigned.
Maintain test equipment and automotive equipment in good working order so that work can be performed safely and efficiently anywhere throughout the System.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and drawings as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance, and practices.
Test and calibrate protection & control devices and equipment periodically, on a pre-established schedule, and as required.
Assist with diagnosis of trouble, mis-operation, or damage of equipment and assist with corrective action to repair and prevent recurrence.
Operate a computer device to test, calibrate, and retrieve data from protection & control devices.