Assistant Controls Technician - Electrical & Instrumentation

AEP; West Virginia; On-site; USD 93,130,000 - 99,664,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking an Electronics/Control Systems Technician to assist with specialized electrical and control system work, including diagnostics, testing and reporting. You will support inspections, maintenance, and repair tasks across a range of equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.

The role requires a two-year electronics-related degree or equivalent experience and the ability to read prints and schematics.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret simple prints, sketches and specifications.
• Proven ability to work safely with electrical and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and repairing defects in control systems.
• Assist in checks and adjustments of breakers and distribution systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment such as batteries, motors and compressors.
• Record data, perform tests, and prepare reports and graphs.

Skills

Electrical theory

Control systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

Associates degree in electronics

High school diploma + 2+ years military experience

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking an Electronics/Control Systems Technician to assist with specialized electrical and control system work, including diagnostics, testing and reporting. You will support inspections, maintenance, and repair tasks across a range of equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.

The role requires a two-year electronics-related degree or equivalent experience and the ability to read prints and schematics.