Junior Plant Equipment Operator

American Electric Power; New Haven (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Operator Junior to perform semi-skilled maintenance and operation duties in connection with power plant operation. The role supports progression to Equipment Operator and related tracks.

The position requires endurance for long shifts, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to learn procedures and operate plant equipment, including ash handling and boiler support tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology preferred.
• Two years of related work experience with an associate degree in another discipline acceptable.
• High school diploma with four years of related work experience or two years of related military experience.

Responsibilities

• Isolate, clean, replace, inspect strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors.
• Operate, service and lubricate portable tools; maintain work areas; use meters for tests.
• Monitor and maintain bottom ash and fly ash handling equipment; report abnormal conditions.
• Disassemble and reassemble components; prepare surfaces for repairs; rig simple scaffolding.
• Move materials with hoists, forklifts, loaders; perform related duties as needed.
• Clean plant areas; inspect oil igniters and nozzles; assist boiler preparation.
• Monitor coal feed to mills and burners; observe furnace conditions; handle slag.
• Use flow diagrams to identify piping; assist in tests and reports; prepare related documents.
• Follow safety rules and participate in firefighting and first aid training.
• Perform similar or lesser skilled work as assigned.

Education

Associate degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology

Associate degree in another discipline with 2 years related work experience

High school diploma with 4 years related work experience or 2 years military experience

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Operator Junior to perform semi-skilled maintenance and operation duties in connection with power plant operation. The role supports progression to Equipment Operator and related tracks.

The position requires endurance for long shifts, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to learn procedures and operate plant equipment, including ash handling and boiler support tasks.