Job Posting End Date

11-19-2024

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Job Summary

Perform semi-skilled manual work, maintenance and operating duties in connection with power plant operation, as assigned. Job duties may vary, depending on the line-of-progression (Operations, Maintenance or Coal Yard).

Job Description

Who We Are:

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business!  We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states.  We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve.  We’re powering the future – today!

If you’re safety-focused and committed to upholding the highest standards of operational excellence, we invite you to apply to join our team as an Equipment Operator Jr in the Rockport, IN area.  This role is crucial in the maintenance and operation of the heavy equipment essential for our power generation and distribution facilities.  Make a difference and an impact as we continue to power the communities we serve with reliable and sustainable energy solutions, at the flip of a switch!

What You’ll Do:

You’ll perform semi-skilled manual work, maintenance, and operating duties in connection with power plant operation.You’ll isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close, and return to service strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors.You’ll operate, clean, service and lubricate portable power-driven tools and equipment.  Maintain equipment in a clean and orderly condition. You’ll utilize portable meters, analyzers, and equipment to conduct tests and monitoring.  You’ll lubricate and check lubrication equipment, adjust packing glands as necessary and perform necessary operative maintenance, using appropriate hand tools. You’ll operate oil filtering equipment.You’ll operate, regulate, adjust, clean, and perform minor maintenance on facility equipment.You’ll monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. You’ll identify and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority and write work orders.You’ll perform simple disassembly and assembly work, clean and recondition parts, lubricate, bolt, unbolt, wire brush and open and close inspection doors. You’ll prepare equipment work surfaces and areas by removing insulation guards and simple housings; remove pipe covering and insulation and prepare such surfaces for recovering.  You’ll erect and remove simple scaffolding and rigging.  You’ll perform minor maintenance work on heating and plumbing systems such as repair valves, repair and replace fittings and short sections of piping; clean and replace traps.You’ll Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment, open boxes, barrels, bags, and other materials. You’ll operate material handling equipment including hoists, fork-lift trucks, skid steer loaders, small tractors and automotive equipment and their associated equipment and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.You’ll perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned. You’ll clean oil igniters and nozzles.You’ll assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service. Monitor coal feed to mills and burners and observe conditions of fires and furnaces. You’ll hand lance slag in boilers, hand- operating soot blowers, unplugging ash lines, disposing of clinkers and other similar work.You’ll use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment and revise these prints as required. Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs, and curves.You’ll perform duties in accordance with Company's safety rules, operating regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices. You’ll train for and carry out assignments in firefighting, first aid and other emergency response programs as required.You’ll satisfactorily complete and exhibit competencies in such time frames as may be established by the Company to advance in the line of progression or be required to vacate this position.

Note: Physical Demand is Medium.

Where You’ll Work:

On-Site

What You’ll Get:

Equipment Operator - Jr.: approx. $47,000-$50,000 to start

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package available to you on day one of your employment. We also offer a retirement package including a 401K match and a cash balance pension plan. Our unique benefits package aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees*.

*Details may vary for temporary employees.

What We’re Looking For:

Education/Experience:  Associate degree in Engineering, Industrial or Energy Technology OR an Associate degree in another discipline with two (2) years’ related experience* OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with four (4) years’ related work experience* OR a High School Diploma with two (2) years’ related military experience.

*Related experience qualifications can be found in the “What You’ll Do” section above.

Other Qualifications Needed:

You must be available to work rotating shifts.You must possess a valid State driver’s license.You must be able to stand or walk continuously for up to 12 hours.You must successfully complete the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) and the Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) tests are required for this position.You must pass the physical abilities assessment required for this position.You must be capable of climbing ladders and stairs up to several times each day.You must be able to use fine dexterity to move switches and controls to precise locations.You must be able to detect color on alarms, equipment, and other devices.You must be able to hear announcements on the Plant PA system, and to hear abnormal sounds of plant equipment.You must be able to communicate plant information by phone, in person or by radio.You must be able to work on heights, grating, platforms, and catwalks.You may need to exert up to 50 lbs. of pressure to manually turn off valves.You must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work.Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use as required in the work.You must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications.You must have the ability to gain a working knowledge of OSHA and Environmental guidelines.Competencies: Adaptability, Work Standards, Execution, Technical and Professional Knowledge, Lives the AEP Values

Equal Employment Employer:

AEP is an equal opportunity employer.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.  We celebrate and embrace diversity and provide an inclusive environment for all employees while delivering a stable, rewarding career in the energy industry.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

N005-595

Compensation Range:

$24.07-27.62 USD

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