American Electric Power

American Electric Power

Customer Design Technician - Apr-Nonrep Nonplant

Glade Spring, VA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 79 days ago
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Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds40
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 4 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Reported a layoff in this occupation

In a green-card filing decided 2026-03-31, this employer stated it had laid off workers in Computer Systems Analysts (OH) during the preceding six months.Describes the period before that filing, not necessarily today. Unlike WARN notices this is occupation-specific and federal.

Files H-1B transfers

2 transfer filings in the last year, covering 2 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 8 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • Candidates must reside within 45 safe driving minutes of the work location.

Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Guidance: Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher level employees. Demonstrates ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
  • Planning & Organization Ability: Plans work in accordance with AEP standard planning practices. Prioritizes routine work to meet the demands of the company. Maintains accurate records.
  • Seeks out, compiles, analyzes, and interprets information necessary to perform work activities and solve problems.
  • Responsible for performing entry 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.
  • Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher level employees.
  • Maintains accurate records.
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Requirements

  • May be required to use a brush axe (approx.
  • 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.
  • Technical Proficiency:
  • Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology.
  • 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:
  • Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications.
  • High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of related utility industry work experience.
  • Associate's Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields.
  • Licenses & Certifications
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Other Requirements
  • Physical Demands -Varies by location or territory. In some locations or territories, technicians must be able to:
  • 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.

Compensation

  • Base pay of $31.72 /hour.

Benefits

  • In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Company info

  • Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do 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.
  • If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
  • What We're Looking For:
  • 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.
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