Station Electrical Equipment Specialist

American Electric Power; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Specialist to perform and oversee specialized work involving planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjustment and repair of Station equipment such as transformers, reactors, current transformers, breakers and related accessories. The role includes testing, record-keeping, and coordination with contractors in a heavy-demand environment.

The candidate will develop training presentations, coordinate bids, and investigate equipment

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Associate’s degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education/experience.
• 3+ years in Station or Protection & Control related activities.
• Physical demand level is Heavy.

Responsibilities

• Instruct others or perform routine and emergency tests on Station electrical equipment as required.
• Prepare and maintain Station electrical equipment records.
• Develop and assist with presentations in Centralized Station Electrician Training Schools.
• Coordinate bidding contracts and monitor performance of contractors.
• Investigate failures or malfunctions of electrical equipment, report to proper parties, and recommend corrective actions.
• Check all details of installation and release electrical equipment for operation.
• Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of Station electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical testing

Documentation

Training presentations

Contract coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Specialist to perform and oversee specialized work involving planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjustment and repair of Station equipment such as transformers, reactors, current transformers, breakers and related accessories. The role includes testing, record-keeping, and coordination with contractors in a heavy-demand environment.

The candidate will develop training presentations, coordinate bids, and investigate equipment