Junior Maintenance Mechanic - Plant Equipment & Systems

aep; Cresap (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Cresap, WV is seeking skilled technicians to perform maintenance, installation and repair of plant equipment and apparatus. The role involves diagnosing issues, dismantling and reassembling components, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements include a two-year associate degree in engineering/energy technology or equivalent, plus 2 years of military experience or equivalent education with demonstrated leadership and knowledge of equipment procedures.

Qualifications

• Two year Associate degree in engineering technology, industrial technology, energy technology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, dismantle, overhaul, reassemble and repair equipment.
• Perform boiler, pulverizer, generator, turbine, valves, motors and pump maintenance and related tasks.
• Operate shop tools, fabricate/fit piping, and perform non-certified welding and brazing as needed.
• Assist in installing electrical equipment and ensuring proper clearance and tagging.
• Train and assist other employees and maintain records.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in engineering technology/industrial technology/energy technology

Job description

American Electric Power in Cresap, WV is seeking skilled technicians to perform maintenance, installation and repair of plant equipment and apparatus. The role involves diagnosing issues, dismantling and reassembling components, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements include a two-year associate degree in engineering/energy technology or equivalent, plus 2 years of military experience or equivalent education with demonstrated leadership and knowledge of equipment procedures.