Technician Sr - Technician Prin

American Electric Power•South Charleston, WV

5d•$36 - $53

About The Position

Responsible for performing complex technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities. The posting describes two levels: Technician Sr. (SP20-06) and Technician Prin. (SP20-07). Both roles operate machine shop and portable machine tools for rough turning, boring, drilling, and threading to tolerances of +/- 0.001 inches; interpret simple prints and specifications; perform measurement activities, precision fitting, and rotating equipment alignment; and maintain shop equipment. Work must follow shop safety and quality standards and include required paperwork and records. Technicians use hand and power tools, rig components for lifting, and interface with outside resources. The Senior Technician applies technical expertise, may train others and assist in leading work activities, plans non-routine work, coordinates with suppliers and customers, reviews equipment and material performance, addresses moderate-to-complex issues, communicates technical information, and makes decisions that may affect section or business-unit operations. The Principal Technician demonstrates advanced technical proficiency and resolves complex technical problems; leads and coordinates work and acts as project manager for assigned tasks; organizes special projects and task forces; demonstrates advanced problem-solving and innovation; communicates technical issues with credibility and strong presentation skills; and makes technical decisions based on calculated risks with little or no management review. Physical demands vary by location or territory. Some assignments may involve patrolling distribution power lines over varied terrain and in adverse conditions, carrying measuring and switching sticks, and clearing brush during survey work. The stated physical demand level is Light Work.

Requirements

For Technician Sr.: Associate degree in Electrical, Electronic, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field, and at least 4 years of related utility industry work experience; OR high school diploma or GED and at least 6 years of related utility industry work experience, including work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge.
For Technician Sr.: Meet expectations of the Technician level.
For Technician Prin.: Associate degree in Electrical, Electronic, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field, and at least 6 years of related utility industry work experience; OR high school diploma or GED and at least 8 years of related utility industry work experience, including work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge.
For Technician Prin.: Meet expectations of the Technician Senior level.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities may be required in some locations or territories.

Responsibilities

Operate machine shop and portable machine tools for rough turning, boring, drilling, and threading to tolerances of +/- 0.001 inches.
Interpret simple prints and specifications and perform supporting measurement activities.
Perform work in accordance with shop safety and quality standards; complete paperwork and maintain records.
Maintain shop equipment.
Perform precision fitting of component parts and alignment of rotating equipment.
Use hand and power tools and rig components for lifting.
Coordinate with outside resources assigned to assist with work.
For the Senior level: develop and may deliver training; assist in leading work activities; prepare cost estimates for non-routine work; use records to plan future work; organize and conduct meetings; plan work and coordinate with suppliers and customers; review equipment and material performance trends and initiate corrective action; prepare and present technical reports; and analyze options and risks in making decisions.
For the Principal level: lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities; manage assigned projects; review planned work of others; organize and lead special projects and task forces; contribute leadership to cross-company task force efforts and studies; promote team collaboration and innovation; and make technical decisions based on calculated risks.
In some locations or territories, patrol distribution power lines over varied terrain and adverse conditions, carry measuring and switching sticks, and clear brush for walking and survey staking.