Station Servicer

American Electric Power•Fostoria, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Station Servicer performs installation, maintenance, operation, inspection, repair, and removal work on station-related equipment. The role responds to emergency station trouble, analyzes conditions after failures, performs repairs when safe and practicable, and coordinates prompt restoration of customer service, including emergency switching. The employee performs routine and emergency switching at substations and for line construction and maintenance activities, including extra-high-voltage switching as necessary. The role assumes responsibility for assigned stations, carries out scheduled inspections, oversees contractors as needed, performs minor repairs and maintenance, and reports conditions requiring major repairs. Duties include maintaining station equipment and communication systems, collecting and reporting asset data and readings, supporting DC supply installation and repair in compliance with NERC requirements, tracking inspection workplans, and performing environmental and perimeter inspections. The position also maintains station lighting and security systems, operates automotive equipment, maintains tools and work areas, prepares required records and reports, and assists with safety meetings, training, and the work of other employees. Work is performed in accordance with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices. Considerable travel may be required. The successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes of the Fostoria Service Center in Fostoria, Ohio, and must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test. The role involves a high percentage of call-out assignments and requires a demonstrated high level of response to overtime calls. Compensation is listed as $60.86 per hour. AEP states that it offers a comprehensive benefits package intended to support employee well-being.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance technology, or equivalent education and/or experience. The stated equivalent education and experience is limited to technical/technician military training and work experience, such as aviation or nuclear instrumentation technician, or recent experience (within the last six months) as a Station Electrician or equivalent role with an electric utility or contractor.
At least 24 months of satisfactory work experience as a Station Servicer A, or the stated Station Electrician A experience and qualification pathway described in the posting.
Valid Class A commercial driver's license, which must be maintained; must meet vehicle operation requirements under applicable federal and state law.
Thorough working knowledge of electricity and the construction, maintenance, operation, and function of station equipment and related standards.
Thorough working knowledge of Transmission Policies and Procedures.
Thorough understanding of switching procedures and methods, including emergency response and extra-high-voltage practices.
Ability to receive, interpret, and transmit instructions clearly and precisely and to work from electrical drawings.
Ability to deal courteously and professionally with customers and other employees.
Ability to plan work and properly instruct and brief others.
Understanding of company safety rules and practices, and proficiency in resuscitation and First Aid as presented in the Company Safety Manual.
Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test.
Must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes of the Fostoria Service Center in Fostoria, Ohio.
Considerable travel may be required to complete work assignments.
Must demonstrate a high level of response to overtime calls.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency station trouble calls, assess equipment and station conditions, make repairs when safe and practicable, and coordinate prompt service restoration, including emergency switching.
Perform routine and emergency substation switching as directed and in accordance with station procedures.
Perform switching operations for line construction and maintenance activities; be proficient in extra-high-voltage switching as needed.
Take ownership of assigned stations, conduct scheduled inspections, oversee maintenance contractors as required, perform minor repairs, and report major repair needs.
Perform minor maintenance, including LTC filter replacement, adding gas to breakers and transformers, replacing fan motors and contactors, and repairing animal mitigation equipment.
Repair FACTS devices and unique station equipment in the assigned area.
Collect and report asset data, meter readings, and unusual conditions; check relays, batteries, chargers, temperatures, regulators, pumps, cooling equipment, and supplies; renew transformer fuses and replace nitrogen tanks as required.
Follow DC Supply Maintenance and commissioning procedures for NERC compliance and proper equipment operation; lead DC Supply installation and repair work and ensure documentation is completed.
Periodically inspect radios, carrier current, telemetering, pilot wire, control equipment, and other communication systems to support NERC compliance.
Monitor and track station inspection workplan progress and report for assigned stations.
Perform minor environmental cleanup, report environmental issues, and collect oil samples for periodic testing.
Inspect station perimeters, investigate theft and vandalism of company station facilities, and coordinate with law enforcement authorities as required.
Maintain station lighting and security systems, including replacing control cells, outdoor light lamps, and batteries as needed.
Operate automotive equipment and associated equipment and perform duties incidental to their operation.
Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and orderly.
Maintain records and prepare and submit reports using standard asset software within required intervals.
Assist with departmental safety meetings and employee training; assist employees of equal or higher classification and direct assigned assisting employees.
Follow company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices, and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Perform similar or less-skilled work as assigned.
Respond to a high percentage of call-out assignments.