Plant Equipment Operator after 6 months--after 2 years

AEP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 111,778,000 - 135,762,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

AEP is seeking a Plant Equipment Operator to monitor, troubleshoot, and operate plant equipment, ensuring safe and reliable operations. The role includes preparing boilers and auxiliaries for service, performing routine maintenance, and supporting chemical treatment processes.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus an associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent industrial experience. Willingness to work rotating shifts and travel as needed is required.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and interpret prints and specifications.
• Requires effective verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with safety practices and environmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect plant equipment for normal operation.
• Identify and report abnormal conditions to supervisors.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and document findings.
• Prepare boilers, turbines and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of plant areas and equipment.
• Operate and calibrate basic water treating systems and chemical controls.
• Collect samples and conduct tests to regulate chemical treatment.

Skills

Read prints

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in mechanical/electrical/power plant technology

Job description

**Job Summary**Perform associated duties with the placing in service, monitoring, and isolating all plant auxiliary equipment systems and/or components of a system. Communicate with operators and supervisors and other appropriate personnel the operating status of the plant's equipment. Assist in performance of semi-skilled work including maintenance and operating duties as assigned and in plant outages as needed. Participates in continuous improvement activities.**Job Description****What you'll do Essential Job Functions & Tasks:** * Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. Identify, record, and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority. Communicate to other operators and supervisors the operating status of the plant's equipment during shift change.* Troubleshoot equipment problems and document these problems using the appropriate computer tracking systems.* Prepare boilers, turbines and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service. Perform duties as assigned for placing in service, monitor and isolate all plant auxiliary equipment systems and/or components of a system. Monitor boiler burners and observe conditions of fires and furnaces.* Perform routine cleaning of plant areas, tools, and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned. Operate, clean and lubricate equipment necessary to perform these tasks.* Isolate plant equipment and place/remove clearance tags in accordance with the Company Clearance Policy.* Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on power plant equipment, including associated pumps, piping and valves, fittings, etc.* Perform routine operation and maintenance of basic water treating systems, including chemical control, routine testing of effluents, chlorination and lubrication.* Check operations and maintenance projects for compliance with chemical standards and specifications compliance with chemical standards and specifications. Perform proper and safe unloading and handling of bulk products.* Collect and prepare samples, operate sampling equipment and perform tests requiring the use of basic analytical equipment and knowledge of common chemical materials. Prepare bulk supplies of chemicals to specific concentration; perform special analyses and tests necessary to regulate proper chemical treatment of system. Record all concerns and report to supervisor.**What we're looking for:****Plant Equipment Operator after 6 months:** **Education requirements are listed below:**High school diploma or GED and Associate degree in mechanical, electrical or power plant technology or related technical degree or equivalent of at least 4 years industrial maintenance and or operations experience is required. **Work Experience requirement listed below:**Preferred: Operations in chemical, industrial, refinery or military environment. **Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:**Must possess the appropriate State driver's license **Other Requirements:** * **As part of the selection process, candidates are required to complete an online pre-employment assessment and achieve a “recommended” result. Additional information and preparation resources can be found in the Employment Test Prep section of our website: https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/.*** A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.* Must be willing to work rotating shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays.* Minimum long distance travel required but the inspection of remote equipment is a daily requirement for this position.* Must respond to call-outs in both outage and non-outage work to maintain and support business operational needs and schedules.* Must be able to learn and comply with all applicable plant operating instructions and procedures.* Must be able to learn and comply with the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work environment and report unsafe conditions and practices.* Must learn and have a working knowledge of Safety and Environmental guidelines. Must be able to learn and properly use the tools and equipment applicable to work duties.* Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications. Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.* Demonstrate professional conduct and effective interactions with employees, contractors and others.* Must be willing and able to work inside designated confined space entry areas, elevated areas and in hot and cold temperatures.* Must be able to wear respirator when required.* Train for fire fighting, first aid, AED and other emergency response programs as required. Demonstration of applicable knowledge, skills and abilities are required for next progression within job family.* The essential and/or marginal job functions and the associated abilities/requirements/conditions outlined above describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to and in no way represent an exhaustive listing of all tasks involved in performing the job. **Plant Equipment Operator after 2 years** **Education requirements are listed below:**High school diploma or GED and Associate degree in mechanical, electrical, power plant technology or related technical degree or equivalent of at least 4 years industrial maintenance or operations experience is required. **Work Experience requirement listed below**:With educational or equivalent requirements state above, an additional two years experience as an AEP Power Plant Operator with acceptable performance. **Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:**Must possess the appropriate State driver's license Other Requirements: * Physical demand level is Not Yet Determined.* **As part of the selection process, candidates are required to complete an online pre-employment assessment and achieve a “recommended” result. Additional information and preparation resources can be found in the Employment Test Prep section of our website: https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/.*** A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.* Must be willing to work rotating shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays.* Minimum long distance travel required but the inspection of remote equipment is a daily requirement for this position.* Must respond to call-outs in both outage and non-outage work to maintain and support business operational needs and schedules.* Must be able to learn and comply with all applicable plant operating instructions and procedures.* Must be able to learn and comply with the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work environment and report unsafe conditions and practices.* Must learn and have a working knowledge of Safety and Environmental guidelines. Must be able to learn and properly use the tools and equipment applicable to work duties.* Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications. Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.* Demonstrate professional conduct and effective interactions with employees, contractors and others.* Must be willing and able to work inside designated confined space entry areas, elevated areas and in hot and cold temperatures.* Must be able to wear respirator when required.* Train for fire fighting, first aid, AED and other emergency response programs as required. Demonstration of applicable knowledge, skills and abilities are required for next progression within job family.* Must have completed applicable NUS Course or equivalent. **What you'll get:**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.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! **Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**N027-S32**Compensation Range:**$39.01 - $47.38The 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.