Remote Transmission Field Technician – Ops & Maintenance

American Municipal Power, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

American Municipal Power, Inc. is hiring for a Transmission Operations – Field Technician covering Southwestern Ohio with occasional travel to Columbus. The role supports AMPT system operations, maintenance, and field services.

Requires 5+ years in electric transmission field services and a 2-year engineering-related degree; knowledge of NERC standards and Maximo CMMS is preferred. Travel to project sites is expected, with residence in SW Ohio desired.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in electric transmission field services, maintenance, or operations preferred.
• Knowledge of NERC reliability standards and compliance is a plus.
• Experience with Maximo CMMS software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in field operation and maintenance activities, including managing third-party contractors.
• Support annual budgets, payment schedules, spare part inventories, and mutual services.
• Help implement asset management and emergency preparedness programs.
• Maintain maintenance files and databases for AMPT assets.

Skills

Electric transmission

Field services

Budgeting

Verbal & written communication

Project coordination

Deadline oriented

Education

Two-year degree in engineering

Tools

Maximo CMMS

NERC standards knowledge

Job description

American Municipal Power, Inc. is hiring for a Transmission Operations – Field Technician covering Southwestern Ohio with occasional travel to Columbus. The role supports AMPT system operations, maintenance, and field services.

Requires 5+ years in electric transmission field services and a 2-year engineering-related degree; knowledge of NERC standards and Maximo CMMS is preferred. Travel to project sites is expected, with residence in SW Ohio desired.