Power Plant Helper: Learn Operations & Maintenance

aep; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Tulsa, OK is hiring for an entry‑level Plant Operator Helper. Under supervision you will assist equipment operators, learn to isolate and maintain plant equipment, and help with testing, cleaning and minor maintenance across plant systems.

The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent experience, willingness to work rotating shifts, and completion of required safety trainings. The job includes training for operator progression and adherence to EPA water chemistry guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education: Two year Associate degree in power plant technology, industrial technology, engineering technology or equivalent.
• Experience: Associates degree in another discipline and two years of related work experience, OR high school diploma with four years of related work experience, OR high school diploma with two years of related military experience.
• Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) is required for this position.
• Must be able to gain a working knowledge of operating instructions and procedures; must be able to qualify for Equipment Operator 1st Yr within three months.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends, and be available for call-out.

Responsibilities

• Assist equipment operators while learning duties: isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close and return to service plant equipment.
• Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on plant auxiliary systems.
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment for normal operation and report abnormal conditions.
• Write work orders and assist in tests and reports.
• Load, unload, move and handle materials; perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment.
• Monitor water chemistry and follow EPA guidelines; assist in preparing boilers for operation.
• Hand lance slag in boilers, operate soot blowers, and manage ash lines as required.
• Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and revise as needed; train in firefighting and first aid as required.

Job description

AEP in Tulsa, OK is hiring for an entry‑level Plant Operator Helper. Under supervision you will assist equipment operators, learn to isolate and maintain plant equipment, and help with testing, cleaning and minor maintenance across plant systems.

The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent experience, willingness to work rotating shifts, and completion of required safety trainings. The job includes training for operator progression and adherence to EPA water chemistry guidelines.