Renewable Tech - Sr

American Electric Power Co.; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a technician to support renewable site operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and environmentally sound plant performance while maximizing efficiency and profitability. The role covers operation and maintenance of solar PV, energy storage, inverters, and related equipment across multiple plants.

You will perform corrective and preventive maintenance, assist in inspections, vegetation management, and troubleshooting using schematics.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the renewable industry working as a technician or related work experience in power plant generation, or a combination of these.
• Electrical experience working on/near voltages ranging from 24V to 34.5kV and knowledge of voltages above 34.5kV recommended.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills).
• Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to perform for equipment safely and efficiently.
• Provides balance of plant activities including inspections, maintenance and repair of both equipment and roads.
• Assists with site vegetation mitigation plans including running tractors, riding mowers, and other vegetation maintenance equipment.
• Assist in using diagrams to locate, troubleshoot and repair control systems.
• Initiate clearance permits/LOTO and isolate equipment per procedure and policies.
• Assist in counting/finding warehouse inventory and parts.
• Use computer applications to extract data, analyze trends and report status to ensure plant reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Equipment inspections

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree or Journeyman qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Support the operations team by leading the renewable site to assure the facility operates in accordance with Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards while achieving maximum performance, reliability, and profitability.

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of renewable generation equipment to achieve safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operations.

Assist in coordinating and performing duties related to OEM and contractor oversight, equipment inspections, monitoring, and repairs, including operation and maintenance of solar PV collection assemblies, battery energy storage, AD/DC inverters on multiple solar power plants, and other renewable generation equipment.

Job Description

What You'll Have:

• Performs corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance and operations for which they are qualified to perform for equipment safely and efficiently.

• Provides balance of plant activities including inspections, maintenance and repair of both equipment and roads.

• Assists with site vegetation mitigation plans including running tractors, riding mowers, and other vegetation maintenance equipment.

• Assist in using elementary, schematic, wiring and control diagrams to locate, troubleshoot and repair control systems involving electrical, electronic, and mechanical components.

• Initiate clearance permits/LOTO, isolate equipment and remove all stored energy in accordance with procedure. Initiate permits in accordance with policies and procedures.

• Assist in counting/finding warehouse inventory and parts.

• Use computer applications and software programs to extract data, analyze trends and report status to ensure plant reliability and efficiency. Produce, revise, and maintain records, technical reports, procedures, and plant drawings.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.

• Associate degree in related technical field (e.g., electronics, engineering technology) or equivalent Journeyman qualifications is desired.

• Two years of experience in the renewable industry working as a technician or related work experience in power plant generation (electrical maintenance, operations, or plant construction), or a combination of these.

Additional Requirements:

• Electrical experience working on/near various voltages ranging from 24V to 34.5kV and working knowledge of voltages above 34.5kV recommended.

• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical or mechanical fundamentals (single craft journeyman skills) such as electrical measurements, control circuits, and solid-state theory application

• Valid Driver's License

What You'll Get:

Base Salary from $32/hr-$50/hr .

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

$25.99 - $44.80

Physical Demands

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any