Outage & Distribution Dispatch Specialist

AEP Texas Company, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Texas Company, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Dispatcher Associate to support the safe and reliable operation, dispatching and restoration of facilities.

The role requires living within 30 minutes of the work location and may involve rotating shifts. Education includes an Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology or a BS in any field or equivalent experience; color vision is required, and pre-employment testing will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate degree in electrical/electronic tech or BS in any field or equivalent experience.
• Pre-employment tests include SOPD II; color discrimination ability is required.
• Rotating shift work; must live within 30 minutes of reporting location.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce Safety and Health programs.
• Adhere to company and department policies and procedures.
• Operate company communication equipment and track crew locations.
• Dispatch service personnel to outages and emergencies.
• Authorize energizing and restoration of distribution facilities.
• Maintain outage and equipment records.

Skills

Color vision

Ability to work under pressure

Reliable time management

Education

Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology

Bachelor of Science in any field or equivalent education/experience

Job description

AEP Texas Company, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Dispatcher Associate to support the safe and reliable operation, dispatching and restoration of facilities.

The role requires living within 30 minutes of the work location and may involve rotating shifts. Education includes an Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology or a BS in any field or equivalent experience; color vision is required, and pre-employment testing will be conducted.