Travel-Heavy Station Electrician — Overtime Ready

American Electric Power; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

American Electric Power in Canton, Ohio, seeks a Station Electrician to perform maintenance, testing and repair of energized equipment up to 260V and, with progression, higher voltages under supervision. You will read drawings, use meters, maintain transformers, circuit breakers, substations, and safety systems, and support emergency response and outages.

The role requires an associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance or equivalent, valid Class A CDL, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or related experience.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Ability to relocate within the Canton area and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and inspection of station equipment.
• Assist in testing and calibration of transformers and breakers.
• Follow safety rules and company procedures during all tasks.
• Read electrical drawings and interpret specifications.

Skills

Ability to plan work and instruct

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Education

Associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology

Two-year associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance

Tools

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

American Electric Power in Canton, Ohio, seeks a Station Electrician to perform maintenance, testing and repair of energized equipment up to 260V and, with progression, higher voltages under supervision. You will read drawings, use meters, maintain transformers, circuit breakers, substations, and safety systems, and support emergency response and outages.

The role requires an associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance or equivalent, valid Class A CDL, and willingness to