Technician - Technician Sr

American Electric Power•Tulsa, OK

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

Valid Drivers License
Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience; (Or) High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related utility industry work experience.
Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 4 years of related utility industry work experience; (Or) 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.
Meets expectations of the Technician level.

Nice To Haves

Walk right ways of various terrain in adverse conditions to patrol distribution power lines to determine damage.
Carry and handle telescopic measuring sticks and switching sticks that weigh 11 pounds.
May be required to use a brush axe (approx. 6 pounds) or machete (approx. 2 pounds) to clear brush for walking and staking in survey work.

Responsibilities

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.
Provides 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 efficient and cost effective.
Demonstrates an attitude, ability, and desire to listen and satisfy both internal and external customers.