Control Technician Jr.

About the Role

The Control Technician Jr. assists with technical and specialized work in electrical and control systems, including analysis, detection, and repair of single loop control systems, electronic devices, communication systems, and instruments such as meters, gauges, and regulators. This role also involves assisting with tests, surveys, layout work, and report development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic components, using diagrams and schematics.
• Assist in low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical/mechanical interlock checks, repairs, and adjustments associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as batteries, motors, compressed air systems, forklifts, and electric heaters.
• 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, and investigations, ensuring all work complies with standards and specifications.
• Assist in engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials, and requisitions.
• Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders, and search/record work histories.
• Request and accept permits to ensure equipment is properly cleared and tagged.
• Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two-year Associate's degree in electronics or a qualifying Engineering or Science field; OR
• High School Diploma with two (2) or more years of related military experience; OR
• High School Diploma with five (5) or more years of related industrial technical electrical or controls experience.
• Knowledge and skill in installation, inspection, repair, adjustment, calibration, and servicing of instruments and controls.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from simple prints, sketches, and specifications.
• Ability to work effectively with others and instruct/direct employees.
• Physical and mental ability to perform work in all areas and heights required.
• Valid State driver's license.
• Completion of an online pre-employment assessment with a "recommended" result.
• Physical abilities assessment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA, Regulatory, and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry 35 pounds, and push/pull up to 65 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing ladders/stairs, squatting, and kneeling.
• Ability to use hand tools and motorized equipment.
• Tolerance for environmental conditions including cold, heat, dust, and fumes.

Where You'll Work

Homebase at Amos Plant with travel to other facilities as required (up to 30%).

Benefits

AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting and enhancing employee well-being.

Pay

Compensation Range: $32.49 - $34.77