Control Technician-Jr

About the role

This position is with a Reginal Service Organization (RSO). Travel may be required up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, using elementary, wiring, schematic, logic or control diagrams.
• Assist in low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical/mechanical interlock checks, repairs and adjustments that are associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems.
• Aid in or perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as batteries, motors, compressed air systems, fork-lifts, electric heaters, etc.
• Make required equipment checks and inspections. Record data, assist in performing tests and prepare reports, graphs, sketches and curves.
• Compile and record data relating to projects, tests, investigations. Ensure all work is performed in accordance with all standards and specifications.
• Aid others in engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials and requisitions for the installation, maintenance and operation of equipment if applicable.
• Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders, search and record work histories if applicable.
• As directed, request and accept permits to ensure that equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged.
• Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education requirements: Two year Associates degree in electronics or a qualifying Engineering or Science, or high school diploma with two or more years of related military experience, or a high school diploma 5 or more years of related industrial technical electrical or controls experience.
• Work Experience requirements: Must have the knowledge and skill necessary to perform work in the installation, inspection, repair, adjustment, calibration and servicing of instruments and controls. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints, sketches and specifications. Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees. Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.
• Other Must Haves: Physical demand level is Medium and requirements details are listed below: Must possess the appropriate State driver's license. Successful completion of the Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) test is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, and the POSS Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com Careers by selecting Employment testing. A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position. Perform duties in accordance with all federal, state, local and company environmental, safety and health regulations, policies, procedures, rules and practices. Report unsafe conditions, practices, irregularities and abnormal conditions to appropriate supervision. Stop all unsafe work. Will need to become knowledgeable of OSHA, Regulatory, and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures. Lifting up to 50 pounds; carry 35 pounds, push pull up to 65 pounds. Frequent walking and standing. Climb ladders and stairs, squat, kneel. Ability to use hand tools and motorized equipment. Environmental conditions of cold, heat, dust, fumes.

Qualifications

None specified.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$31.23 - $43.56 per hour

Schedule

Not specified.

Where You'll Work: Homebase at Amos Plant but will require travel to other facilities as schedule dictates.