American Electric Power
Customer Design Technician-Technician Sr
Weatherford, OK · Senior
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About the role
- Obtaining simple easements for projects and consulting with the appropriate Right of Way Agent to obtain more complex easements.
- Participating in storm restoration work, specifically assessment of storm damage (once adequate field experience has been gained).
- This may require travel within and outside of the State of Indiana.
Responsibilities
- Contacting the Project Design Group for advice on system improvements needed to serve new loads and other issues as needed.
- 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.
- If you don't have an account, you can create one.
Requirements
- or an associate's degree in electrical/electronic/civil/ mechanical engineering technology or related fields with 2 years of related utility industry work experience.
- or an associate's degree in electrical/electronic/civil/ mechanical engineering technology or related fields with 4 years of related utility industry work experience.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/ Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology.
- Gains knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to area of assignment.
- Demonstrates ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
- When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
- (1) When it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg c ontrols; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
Skills
- Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers.
- Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
- Decision Making & Business Awareness:
- Minimum Requirements for Technician (SG 05):
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or related utility industry work experience.
- Valid Driver's License
- Minimum Requirements for Technician Senior (SG 06):
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years or related utility industry work experience.
- What you'll get:
- Starting salary range for Technician Associate (SG 04): $54,063-$67,578
- Starting salary range for Technician (SG 05): $63,496-$79,369
- Starting salary range for Technician Sr. (SG 06): $74,551-$93,189
Compensation
- Starting salary range for Technician Associate (SG 04): $54,063-$67,578
- Starting salary range for Technician (SG 05): $63,496-$79,369
- Starting salary range for Technician Sr. (SG 06): $74,551-$93,189
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
- Learning and understanding AEP Distribution Standards, NESC Codes, OSHA Rules, AEP Accounting Practices, CIAC Rules, AEP Tariffs and Safety Rules and Procedures.
- Learning and becoming proficient in the use of: Microsoft Outlook, Distribution Design Studio, Electric Office, GIS mapping system, PDS, EEMS, TLM, STORMS, OPS, JERI, CAD and other Microsoft applications
Company info
- At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
- Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
- Technicians establish service for and interact with residential/commercial/industrial customers and collaborate to determine customer needs with respect to new services, service upgrades, and facility relocations, among others.
- If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
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