Junior Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician

Appalachian Power; Winfield (WV); On-site; USD 93,126,000 - 96,983,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is hiring a Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician to perform chemical and environmental testing, IH surveys, and associated lab tasks. You will conduct cooling water testing, sampling, calibrations, and synchronic work with Senior technicians in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires an associate degree in chemistry/ENV or related, with 5 years experience, and working knowledge of approved safety practices.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree in Chemistry, Biology or Environmental, or related discipline with experience.
• Ability to read simple prints, sketches and specifications; knowledge of chemical handling.
• Must pass Tech examination if required; valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform cooling tower and plant cooling water testing.
• Run air and hydrogen dew points; grease air valves.
• Assist on IH technician work and calibration tasks.
• Collect coal and mill samples; conduct fineness testing and lab entry.
• Perform coal sampler maintenance and routine inspections.
• Support on condenser inspections and chemical truck unloading.

Skills

Lab techniques

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry/Biology/Environmental

Associate degree with 5 years related experience

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is hiring a Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician to perform chemical and environmental testing, IH surveys, and associated lab tasks. You will conduct cooling water testing, sampling, calibrations, and synchronic work with Senior technicians in a safety-conscious environment.

The role requires an associate degree in chemistry/ENV or related, with 5 years experience, and working knowledge of approved safety practices.