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05-28-2025

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Job Summary

The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!

Are you seeking a new opportunity in the Tulsa, OK vicinity? Join our team where you’ll make an impact while contributing to the development and implementation of the systems and infrastructure needed to efficiently deliver energy services to our valued customers.

In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of protection and control devices and related equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, digital and electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, Station Disturbance Recorders (SDR), digital fault recorders (DFR), oscillographs, event recorders, RTUs, and station SCADA systems. You will also handle statistical load metering, telemetering, and transducers, as well as install, maintain, and operate all power line carriers (PLC), tone, pilot wire, fiber, and associated P&C communications equipment.

You will respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate the prompt restoration of service to customers as needed. This description serves as a guideline and does not limit the scope of work or supervision under varying operational conditions.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

+ Assist in the performance of acceptance and installation tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated equipment in stations.

+ Test protection &control devices and equipment periodically and as required.

+ Calibrate protection & control devices and equipment on a pre-established schedule and as required.

+ Assist with diagnosis of trouble, mis-operation, or damage of equipment and assist with corrective action to affect repair and prevent recurrence.

+ Operate a computer device to test, calibrate, and retrieve data from protection & control and devices.

+ Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of all power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables as assigned.

+ Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel following direction of the proper operating authority.

+ Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of any new and added equipment or systems as assigned.

+ Maintain test equipment and automotive equipment in good working order so that work can be performed safely and efficiently anywhere throughout the System.

+ Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and drawings as required.

+ Assist employees of equal or higher classification.

+ Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance, and practices.

+ Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

+ **MUST BE ENROLLED i** n an associate’s degree in **_electrical engineering technology_** **_,_** **_electronic technology, or related technology field_** during the summer of 2025.

+ Must have completed at least freshman year.

Experience:

+ No previous work experience required.

+ Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (P & C Electrician A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. Considerable travel and overtime may be required to complete work assignments.

+ Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

License/Certification:

+ Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.

Other Requirements:

+ Amount of weight lifted from floor/ground to waist level: 60 pounds.

+ Amount of weight to be carried for 20 feet: 50 pounds.

+ Amount of weight lifted to chest level: 30 pounds.

+ Amount of weight lifted to eye level: 30 pounds. Distance to walk accumulated over the course of an 8 hour shift: 1 mile. Distance in feet to climb and work on a ladder/structure: 20 feet and higher. Distance in feet to ascend to and work in a bucket/lift: 100 feet and higher (tested at 60 feet).

+ Ability to discriminate between colors.

Technical Proficiency:

+ Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an associate's degree in electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology.

+ Gains knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to area of assignment.

+ Gains knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes.

+ Assists employees in handling defined portions of routine problems when beneficial to AEP.

+ Possesses basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.

Leadership and Guidance:

Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher level employees. Demonstrates ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.

Planning and Organization:

Plans work in accordance with AEP standard planning practices. Prioritizes routine work to meet the demands of the company. Maintains accurate records.

Problem Solving and Initiative:

Applies technical knowledge and experience in resolving problems encountered in assigned work. Uses initiative in looking for opportunities to improve the process and increase job knowledge/technical skills. Seeks out, compiles, analyzes, and interprets information necessary to perform work activities and solve problems.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers. Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers. Demonstrates the ability to be a team player. Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision Making and Business Awareness:

Develops decision-making skills based on sound judgment and job knowledge. Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the local organizational unit.

What You'll Get:

Hourly Rate - $27.11

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U070-P04

Compensation Range:

$31.96-33.97 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

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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 other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.