Power Plant Operator Apprentice

Public Service Co. of OK; Oologah (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Oklahoma seeks an entry level Equipment Operator to assist with plant operations. You will learn to isolate, inspect, and service plant equipment, monitor systems, and perform routine maintenance while following safety practices and regulatory guidelines.

The role requires a two-year associate degree in power/engineering technology or equivalent, or related experience, plus a valid state driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two year Associate degree in power plant technology, industrial technology, engineering technology or equivalent.
• Equivalent would include: 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.
• Possess a State driver's license.
• Must satisfactorily complete training to advance to Equipment Operator.

Responsibilities

• Assist equipment operators while learning the job 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 all plant equipment for normal operation; report abnormal conditions and write work orders.
• Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment; use material handling equipment.
• Monitor water chemistry and maintain pH; follow EPA guidelines.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in power plant technology

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) in Oklahoma seeks an entry level Equipment Operator to assist with plant operations. You will learn to isolate, inspect, and service plant equipment, monitor systems, and perform routine maintenance while following safety practices and regulatory guidelines.

The role requires a two-year associate degree in power/engineering technology or equivalent, or related experience, plus a valid state driver’s license.