Junior Equipment Operator: Plant Ops & Maintenance

Wheeling Power Company; Proctor (WV); On-site; USD 73,444,000 - 84,386,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in West Virginia is seeking a maintenance operator to perform semi-skilled tasks at a power plant. You will inspect, clean and maintain strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors, operate tools, monitor equipment, and assist in boiler preparation and coal handling.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to stand for long shifts, and completion of required safety trainings, with a rotating shift schedule and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology; OR Associate degree in another discipline and two years of related work experience; OR high school diploma with four years of related work experience.
• Possess a valid State driver's license.
• Related experience is listed under Principal Accountabilities.

Responsibilities

• Isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close and return to service strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors.
• Operate, clean, service and lubricate portable power driven tools and equipment.
• Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation.
• Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment; operate material handling equipment.
• Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment.
• Train for firefighting and emergency response programs as required.

Skills

Driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Read prints

Reading prints and specs

Education

Associate degree in engineering/industrial/energy technology

Associate degree + 2 years related experience

High school diploma + 4 years related experience

High school diploma + 2 years military experience

Tools

Portable meters

Analyzers

Hand tools

Pumps

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) in West Virginia is seeking a maintenance operator to perform semi-skilled tasks at a power plant. You will inspect, clean and maintain strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors, operate tools, monitor equipment, and assist in boiler preparation and coal handling.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to stand for long shifts, and completion of required safety trainings, with a rotating shift schedule and a competitive benefits package.