Coal Handler

American Electric Power (AEP); United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Coal Equipment Operator to maintain and operate coal-handling systems at our facilities in the United States. The role requires performing cleaning, loading, unloading, and operating rail-related procedures while ensuring safety and efficiency in daily coal-handling operations.

The candidate must have a 2-year technical degree or a high school diploma with two years of related military or electric utility experience, plus current qualifications for

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or high school diploma with two years related military and/or electric utility technical experience.
• Must have performed duties of Equipment Operator-Junior and must pass examinations to advance to Coal Equipment Operator.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and maintenance on coal conveyor systems, bunkers, runways, and related equipment.
• Load/unload coal and materials; couple/uncouple railroad cars; operate rails and signal locomotives as needed.
• Inspect and service equipment; transport coal samples; assist in training other employees.
• Report irregularities to supervision and perform similar or lesser skilled tasks as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Electric utility experience

Education

High school diploma or technical degree

Job description

Job Posting End Date
10-19-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Job Description

What you’ll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Perform cleaning work on the coal conveyor system, such as bunkers, runways, trip room, belt decks, barge unloading equipment, coal docks and barges,tunnels and work areas.
• Load, unload and handle coal, materials, supplies and equipment; where required, couple and uncouple railroad cars; set and release brakes, operate rail switches; signal locomotive operator when to start, stop, go forward or backward; and flag traffic at crossings. Haul and move materials, supplies and equipment; clean and remove ashes and debris; cut grass and weeds; dig ditches; work on tracks
• Track beds; replace light bulbs and similar unskilled manual tasks.
• Clean and perform lubrication and minor repairs on equipment.
• Secure, identify and transport coal samples, as directed.
• Inspect fire equipment as assigned.
• Operate mobile equipment as assigned assist offloading fuel trucks and other fuel deliveries.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions to the appropriate supervision .
• Assist in training other employees and instruct and direct other employees assigned to assist.
• Perform similar or less skilled work

What we’re looking for:

• 2-year technical degree or or high school diploma and two years related military and/or electric utility technical experience Must have performed the duties of, and have maintained all the qualifications and current certifications of Equipment Operator-Junior, and must be able to pass an examination and/or demonstrations as determined by the Company Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the Company, all required training to advance to the Coal Equipment Operator classification , or vacate the Coal Handler classification.

Other preferences:

Physical demands required for this job, but not limited to:

• Ability to operate heavy equipment, use motorized equipment and hand tools
• Waking, standing and working in hazardous terrain and extreme weather conditions
• Climb ladders and onto equipment, climb stairs,
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push pull up to 50 pounds, work in awkward body positions

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.

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!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U036-465

Compensation Range:

$33.34 - $34.53

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M - Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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