Job Posting End Date
11-12-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for the supervision of assigned crew members in performing the construction, operation and maintenance of station equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, DC systems, reactive power devices, switches and other related equipment, and in accomplishing the annual work plan. Responsible for the field activities to ensure compliance with North American Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards. Also responsible to direct efforts during outages to return facilities to service and provide construction management and internal labor resources for transmission and distribution station capital projects.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
Lead, plan, assign, supervise, and coordinate the field work performed by assigned crews in construction, maintenance and operation of station facilities and related equipment.
Responsible for the training, development and coaching of employees in safe practices and procedures to ensure safety and well-being of all personnel.
Supervise the preparation of schedules and work for construction, operation and maintenance of station equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, DC systems, reactive power devices, switches and other related equipment, and in accomplishing the annual work plan.
Supervise the development of project cost and man-hour estimates for station related projects. Authorize General Station work by contract forces, including verification of work performed.
Assist with and advise on restoration efforts during equipment failures or storms to return facilities to service
Procure equipment, materials, tools, and spare parts required for the installation, maintenance, and operation of station and related facilities.
Ensure adherence to established procedures, methods, and standards to properly and safety maintain transmission facilities.
Ensure adherence to all Safety & Health and Environmental auditable items. Create and follow through on action plans for any findings during such audits.
Supervise the maintenance of records of station related maintenance and commissioning activities of station related equipment and other pertinent information on all stations ensuring compliance with all NERC, FERC, and local regulatory requirements
Prepare reports regarding crew work activities and equipment.
Recommend promotion, demotion, transfer, selection and dismissal of personnel.
Understand and apply the provisions of applicable labor agreements or employee handbook supplements where applicable.
Maintain DOT Licensing and Inspection program.
Support and hold employees and contractors accountable for the AEP System Safety Process, ensuring a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.
Recommend operational changes in units including labor, transportation, and equipment changes.
What We Are Looking For:
Prefer bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline and typically 5 years related work experience; or an
Associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology with 8 years experience in various phases of station construction, operation and maintenance; or
high school education or equivalent education and fifteen years work experience in various phases of station construction, operation and maintenance or related fields.
Other Requirements:
Physical demand level is Sedentary
Strong teamwork skills which include collaboration. Lead, facilitate, and coordinate the work activities within the work group Promote a strong work culture
What You'll Get:
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.
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