Hydro Mechanic-D

American Electric Power; Winfield (WV); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Winfield, WV seeks a D-level Mechanic candidate to begin with hands-on training at the Winfield Hydro facility. The role involves learning the plant, assisting higher-classification mechanics, and following safety and environmental policies.

You will gain knowledge through classrooms, videos, and on-the-job demonstrations, preparing you for more advanced hydro mechanic positions while complying with company procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology.
• Associate degree in another discipline and two (2) years of related work experience OR high school diploma with four (4) years of related work experience.
• High school diploma with two (2) years related military experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Layout simple figures on flat surfaces using measuring tools.
• Calculate areas, volumes, weights using basic math.
• Assist higher-classification employees.
• Prepare and maintain job orders and records.
• Learn and comply with safety/environmental/health policies.
• Assist engineers with root cause determination of equipment failures.
• Work irregular hours and respond to calls as required.

Skills

Hand tools

Portable power tools

Measuring tools

Reading procedures

Team support

Education

Associate degree in engineering / energy tech

Associate degree + 2 years related experience

High school diploma + 4 years related experience

High school diploma + 2 years military experience

Tools

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Posting End Date

09-26-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

The "D" Mechanic spends much of the grade becoming oriented to a Hydro plant. It is a learning stage where often the equipment and tools are new to the individual. They must perform duties as a helper to "C", "B", and "A" mechanics, as well as learn Company rules and procedures related to Job Safety, Environmental Protection, Operations, Basic Skills and Maintenance of hydro power plant structures and equipment. Skills and job knowledge will be developed through training resources such as classrooms, videos, computers, and on the job demonstrations.

Job Description

The successful candidate must live (or be willing to relocate at their own expense) within 30 minutes safe driving distance of the Winfield Hydro facility, located at 3732 Winfield Road Winfield, WV 25213.

What you’ll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Utilize a working knowledge of hand tools and portable power tools and their correct usage in order to maintain plant equipment.

• Utilize a working knowledge of basic measuring tools such as rules, scales, straight edges, dividers, squares and protractors, layout simple figures on flat surfaces.

• Calculate areas, volumes, weights, etc. utilizing basic mathematical concepts.

• Comprehend moderately complex written material such as procedures, instructions, technical manuals, etc.

• Assist employees of a higher classification.

• Prepare and maintain records as required. This will include the accurate completion of job orders and writing new ones.

• Assist in obtaining clearance permits and ensure that the equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged before work begins.

• Learn and comply with AEP safety/environmental/health policies as well as regulatory policies.

• Assist engineers and others with root cause determination of equipment/component failures.

• Assist employees and perform similar or less skilled duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Associate degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology; OR Associate degree in another discipline and two (2) years of related work experience OR high school diploma with four (4) years of related work experience; OR high school diploma with two (2) years of related military experience. Related experience is listed under Principal Accountabilities.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the company, all required training, testing, and job demonstrations to advance to the Hydro Mechanic "C" classification, or vacate the Hydro Mechanic "D" classification.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:

• Must possess a valid State driver's license; may also be required to obtain other licenses required to operate applicable plant vehicles and equipment.

As part of the selection process, candidates are required to complete an online pre-employment assessment and achieve a "recommended" result. Additional information and preparation resources can be found in the Employment Test Prep section of our website: Employment Test Preparation Resources (https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/) .

Other preferences:

• These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

• Physical demand level is Medium and requirements details are listed below:

• Advancement will be based on an individual’s demonstrated ability to meet the Qualifications requirements and perform the applicable “C” grade job duties as set forth in this Job Specification.

• Work shift schedule as well as irregular hours, and respond to calls outside of scheduled hours as required by the job.

• Ability and willingness to make independent decisions necessary for proper performance of job duties when the nature of the job requires working alone or working without supervision.

• Willingness to assist with work, when the need arises, in any department or phase of the Company’s operations for which qualified.

• Must complete all required training and testing requirements as established by the company.

• Must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work. Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use as required in the work. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications and have the ability to gain a working knowledge of OSHA and Environmental guidelines.

Physical Demands:

• Perform work in confined spaces, at heights such as elevated walkways and platforms, and over grated openings.

• Work outdoors during inclement weather.

• Climb ladders & stairs a number of times each day.

• Use fine dexterity to move switches & controls to precise location.

• Detect color on alarms, equipment & other devices.

• Hear announcements on the Plant PA system, and to hear abnormal sounds of plant equipment.

• Communicate plant information by phone, in person or by radio.

• Exert up to 50 lbs. of pressure to manually turn off valves.

• Able to stand or walk continuously for up to 12 hours.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U012-550

Compensation Range:

$34.51 - $35.42

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.

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. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.