Performance & IH Technician-Jr

Appalachian Power Company; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Power Company is seeking a Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician to perform chemical and environmental testing, IH testing, and repair of related systems. The role involves sampling, testing, and calibration activities across plant water systems.

Responsibilities include assisting senior technicians, conducting coal sampling and fineness tests, maintaining equipment, and following OSHA and environmental guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with related chemical/environmental experience.
• Ability to pass Tech examination if required.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, piping, fittings and valves.
• Experience with standard laboratory and chemical analyzing equipment.
• Ability to read prints, sketches and specifications.
• Familiarity with OSHA and Environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform cooling tower water testing.
• Perform plant cooling water testing.
• Run air and hydrogen dew points.
• Grease air operated valves.
• Assist Performance & IH Technician with tasks.
• Assist Sr Technician with circulating water chlorination testing.
• Assist Sr Technician with coal pulverizer calibrations and testing.
• Shake down pulverize fineness coal samples.
• Collect coal samples and log into lab system (ATN).
• Maintain coal sampler equipment (cleaning/repairs).
• Collect mill samples and perform fineness testing.
• Assist with polisher/demineralizer regenerations/maintenance.
• Assist with condenser inspections.
• Assist on unloading chemical trucks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Safety procedures

Reading prints

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry/Biology/Environmental

Associate degree in another discipline + 5 years related experience

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-03-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Perform technical and specialized work of a moderate grade of skill in connection with chemical and environmental systems; industrial hygiene (IH) testing, analysis, detection and repair of defects in related systems, devices and instruments; assist others in making tests, surveys and layout work.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

1. Perform cooling tower water testing.
2. Perform plant cooling water testing.
3. Run air and hydrogen dew points.
4. Grease air operated valves.
5. Help and learn Performance & IH Technician work.
6. Assist Performance & IH Technician Sr with circulating water chlorination testing.
7. Assist Performance & IH Technician Sr with pulverized pivot tube calibration, pump tests, coal scales calibrations and pulverize fineness testing.
8. Shake down pulverize fineness coal samples.
9. Collect coal samples from as-fired and truck samplers. Samples are labeled and transported to coal lab where they are entered into system with ATN number.
10. Perform coal sampler maintenance. This includes cleaning and repairs.
11. Collect mill samples and conduct fineness testing.
12. Assist on polisher/demineralizer regenerations.
13. Assist on polisher/demineralizer maintenance.
14. Assist on condenser inspections.
15. Assist on unloading chemical trucks.
16. Perform other job duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

Education requirements are listed below:

• Two-year Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology or Environmental or Associate degree in another discipline with five (5) years of related industrial chemical, environmental or laboratory experience, with knowledge of chemical handling and testing, piping, fittings and valves.
• Must be able to pass a Technician Occupations Selection System (Tech) examination, if required.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the company, all required training to advance to the Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician classification, or vacate the Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician-Junior classification.
• Must have a moderate degree of knowledge and skill necessary to perform work with standard laboratory and chemical analyzing equipment.
• Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints, sketches and specifications.
• Must be familiar with equipment and clearance procedures, safety practices and current procedures applicable to the work.
• Must be able to distinguish colors on a standard color blindness test.
• Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.
• Must have a working knowledge of applicable OSHA and Environmental guidelines.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:

• Must possess the appropriate State driver's license.
• Must obtain and maintain all necessary certifications and licenses as required.

Other Requirements

Physical demand level is Medium

Physical Demands

1. Must be able to work at heights and climb ladders and structures.
2. Able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, twist, push and pull.
3. Work with hazardous material.
4. Environmental conditions including heat and cold weather, dust and fumes.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we're more than just an energy company we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.

#APCO Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: N005-520 Compensation Range: $32.49 - $32.49

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M - Medium

Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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