Transmission System Operator Intern

About the role

AEP is seeking a Transmission Operator to join our team. This is a year-round position requiring a 45-minute drive from the work location.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and regulate system voltage levels, real and reactive power flows for the transmission system at all transmission voltage levels in cooperation with directives of the AEP SCC.
• Operate the AEP transmission system in coordination with the AEP SCC and appropriate neighboring utilities.
• Operate distribution equipment inside the station fence in coordination with regional distribution dispatch centers.
• Prepare and direct switching operations for equipment removal/restoration during maintenance, repair, and construction.
• Monitor system voltages, transformer/line/equipment loadings, and apply corrective action when deviations occur.
• Maintain logs of operating conditions and initiate corrective action upon malfunction of metering and communication facilities.
• Monitor weather information systems for severe weather and notify relevant personnel.
• Input records of station entry/exit activity and acknowledge such entries.

Requirements

• High School diploma and currently enrolled in a two-year technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.7 (B-) and transcripts must be provided for verification.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure during critical system conditions and handle diverse situations simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze information and communicate instructions clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work on a twelve-hour rotating shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours a week during the school year and 40 hours a week during the summer.
• Must be within a 45-minute drive of the AEP work location.
• Must have the ability to report to the worksite promptly for emergency events.
• Must have a thorough knowledge and use of safety procedures.
• Must be able to effectively and professionally interact with co-workers and customers.

Skills

• Knowledge of transmission system operation and maintenance.
• Ability to operate SCADA systems and related functions.
• Experience with relaying, metering, and communication facilities.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. This includes competitive compensation, a unique benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Pay

$31.00 per hour

Schedule

This is a year-round position requiring a twelve-hour rotating shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. A minimum of 20 hours a week during the school year and 40 hours a week during the summer is required.

Physical Demands

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AEP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.