P&C Electrician C-A

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Assist in the performance of acceptance and installation tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated equipment in stations. Test protection & control devices and equipment periodically and as required. Calibrate protection & control devices and equipment on a pre-established schedule and as required. Assist with diagnosis of trouble, mis-operation, or damage of equipment and assist with corrective action to affect repair and prevent recurrence. Operate a computer device to test, calibrate, and retrieve data from protection & control devices. Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of all power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables as assigned. Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel following direction of the proper operating authority. Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of any new and added equipment or systems as assigned. Maintain test equipment and automotive equipment in good working order so that work can be performed safely and efficiently anywhere throughout the System. Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and drawings as required. Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance, and practices. Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Education: Associate's degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or related technology field; or equivalent education and/or experience.

Experience: No previous work experience required. Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (P & C Electrician A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. Considerable travel and overtime may be required to complete work assignments. Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT).License/Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must live within 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location. Compensation Grade: U070-P04

Compensation Range: $32.76 - $59.97 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment 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.