Control Technician Supv NE

AEP Service Corporation; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation is seeking a capable supervisor to lead technical crews in maintenance of plant process equipment at our power generation facilities. You will plan and coordinate outage activities, manage safe work practices, and ensure efficient workflow while aligning with company safety rules and leadership expectations.

The role requires strong supervisory skills, experience in power plant operations, and the ability to interpret prints and drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical field or equivalent applied knowledge.
• Associate's degree with six years of power plant experience; or high school diploma with eight years of power plant experience.
• Equivalent industrial/process experience is applicable for all experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the activity of assigned crew in maintenance of plant process equipment.
• Demonstrate leadership and safe work behaviors, adhering to operating practices to prevent injuries and environmental non-compliance.
• Oversee training of assigned employees and maintain safe working conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Planning

Outage coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Associate's degree in technical field

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Posting End Date 12-02-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Supervise Technical crews in maintenance tasks required for power plant processes; assist in planning and coordinating outage related activities; respond to plant trouble and perform/assist in plant process system equipment troubleshooting. Plan and schedule work assuring a safe and efficient flow of activities. Lead crews in a manner that is supportive of and consistent with AEP's Generation cultural pillars and Leadership framework. Assure all work will be performed in accordance with Company safety rules and practices.

Job Description

What you'll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Supervise and responsibly direct the activity of assigned crew in the maintenance of plant process equipment using approved methods and procedures.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior and show strong leadership in safe and healthy work behaviors and environmental stewardship. Adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injury, illness, and environmental non-compliance.
• Oversee and supervise training of assigned employees.
• Maintain and ensure safe working conditions, use of proper tools and equipment, and protective clothing & devices. This includes housekeeping activities, participation in accident investigations and the use of root cause analysis or other methods in order to maintain a safe work environment.
• Implement short range work plans and organize daily work activities of assigned crew. Coordinate work with other crews working at the plant.
• Respond to emergency situations and outages as necessary.
• Procure materials, tools and equipment as required.
• Comply with practices, policies and standards of the Company that apply to generation work standards.
• Maintain good interpersonal working relationships with employees, vendors, contractors and the public.
• Understand and apply the provisions of the Management Information and Policy Manual, labor contracts, employee handbook and applicable employee handbook supplements
• Attend supervisory and work scheduling meetings as required.
• Maintain contacts and communications between departments/functions and other respective groups of Generation, including POG (Production Optimization Group) and other corporate entities.
• Keep immediate supervisor advised on activities and create and maintain records and reports as required.
• Make effective recommendations for employment, promotion, discipline and discharge of personnel assigned.
• Record and track discrepancies or errors, coordinate with others, make recommendations to correct and improve conditions. Formulate and execute action required to resolve immediate equipment problems in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Conduct equipment inspections and the checking of protective devices to assure safe and continuous operation of the generating units.
• Test plant equipment to determine the operating condition of equipment and seek improvements or corrective actions.,
• Oversee the analysis of control systems; recommend/make proper adjustments of systems to improve and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
• Communicate to employees the importance of a safe work environment daily. Investigate, report and track incidents/accidents including root cause analysis and corrective action taken. Report findings to management and then communicate findings to employees.
• All other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

Education:

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in technical field or equivalent applied knowledge (see experience requirements). Equivalent education and experience is limited to military training and work experience of an industrial facility (or equivalent); or lead/supervisory experience responsible for industrial processes.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Must maintain a valid state driver's license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.

Experience:

With a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of four (4) years of power plant experience; or, with an Associate's degree a minimum of six (6) years of power plant experience; or, with a high school diploma/GED (as noted with education and experience requirements above), a minimum of eight (8) years of power plant experience. Equivalent industrial/process experience is applicable for all experience requirements.

A good working knowledge of procedures, practices, methods, standards, codes, and theory relating to the plant operations and maintenance.

A thorough working knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair procedures of plant process equipment required to effectively serve as the Issuing Authority for the Clearance Permit System (LOTO), Confined Space Permit System, and all other protective procedures.

Must be able to interpret prints and manufacturers' drawings.

Basic understanding of technical aspects of generation equipment operation and systems.

Ability to perform basic computer work.