Electrical Equipment Specialist – Station Power Systems

RiseMe; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Specialist to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of station equipment including transformers, reactors, breakers, relays and cables. The role covers planning, receiving, storing, assembling and modernization tasks.

The candidate should have an Associate's degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology and at least 3 years' experience in Station or Protection & Control work, with solid PC and test equipment knowledge.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education/experience.
• 3+ years in Station or Protection & Control related activities.
• Good working knowledge of PCs and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct others or perform routine and emergency tests on Station electrical equipment as required.
• Prepare and maintain Station electrical equipment records.
• Develop and assist with presentations in Centralized Station Electrician Training Schools.
• Coordinate bidding contracts and monitor performance of contractors.
• Investigate failures or malfunctions of electrical equipment, make reports and recommend corrective action.
• Check installation details and release electrical equipment for operation.
• Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of Station electrical equipment.

Skills

PC proficiency

Test equipment knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Specialist to perform testing, maintenance, and repair of station equipment including transformers, reactors, breakers, relays and cables. The role covers planning, receiving, storing, assembling and modernization tasks.

The candidate should have an Associate's degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology and at least 3 years' experience in Station or Protection & Control work, with solid PC and test equipment knowledge.