Technician Associate-Technician Principal

Overview

Perform technical work in planning, design, testing, maintenance of utility assets.

Key Responsibilities

• line patrol
• survey staking
• tool handling
• project management
• cost estimation
• performance review

Tasks

-Walk right ways of various terrain in adverse conditions to patrol distribution power lines to determine damage. -Carry and handle telescopic measuring sticks and switching sticks that weigh 11 pounds. May be required to use a brush axe (approx. 6 pounds) or machete (approx. 2 pounds) to clear brush for walking and staking in survey work. -Plans, organizes and conducts meetings. May plan work and suggests work plans of others to complete non-routine work within time constraints. May coordinate work with suppliers and internal or external customers. Reviews trends of material and equipment performance and initiate necessary corrective action. -Leadership & Guidance: Develops and may assist in the delivery of training to other employees and sections on employee's area of expertise. May assist in leading the work activities within work group, team, department or other corporate entity as necessary to perform all routine engineering technical assignments. Planning & Organization Ability: Prepares cost estimates for non-routine work, i.e. special projects. Uses records to plan future work. -May be required to use a brush axe (approx. 6 pounds) or machete (approx. 2 pounds) to clear brush for walking and staking in survey work. -Leadership & Guidance: Leads, facilitates, and coordinates work activities within work group, team, department or other corporate entity as necessary, and assumes the role of project manager for assigned tasks. -Carry and handle telescopic measuring sticks and switching sticks that weigh 11 pounds. -Planning & Organization Ability: Reviews the planned work of others, as assigned. Organizes and leads special projects and task forces assigned. Provides leadership role as assigned to special task force efforts and studies working in team-oriented groups across AEP.

Requirements

• associate degree
• electrical tech
• problem solving
• decision making
• driver's license
• 4+ years

What You Bring

-Or an associate’s degree in electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields -Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Contributes to team goals. Begin networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation. Develops a Win-Win relationship. Understands corporate goals. -Valid Driver’s license -Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Projects credibility and competence on technical issues and have highly developed presentation skills. Promotes and endeavors to create a work environment where everyone understands and benefits from the value of unique and combined skills and knowledge of each team member. -Valid Driver’s License -Demonstrates the ability to handle conflicting interests related to projects or special tasks. Also demonstrates the ability to analyze options and risks. Exhibits awareness of AEP's competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational units. Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications. -Or a high school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related utility industry work experience. -Problem Solving & Initiative: Demonstrates superior problem-solving skills in area of specialization. Demonstrates advanced abilities and aptitude for creativity and innovation while encouraging and developing upon the innovation of others. -Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 4 years of related utility industry work experience -In some locations or territories, technician must be able to: Walk right ways of various terrain in adverse conditions to patrol distribution power lines to determine damage. -OR High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 8 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge. Meets expectations of a Technician Senior level. -Decision Making & Business Awareness: Uses decision making skills to perform job more efficiently and cost effective. Demonstrates an attitude, ability, and desire to listen and satisfy both internal and external customers. Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications. -Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience -Communication & 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 & Business Awareness: Makes technical decisions based on calculated risks with little or no management review. Understands how technical strategies and decisions impact the relationship with customers. Make decisions where differences of opinion exist. Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications. -Planning & Organization Ability: Plans work in accordance with AEP standard planning practices. Prioritizes routine work to meet the demands of the company. Maintains accurate records. -Associate's degree preferred -Technical Proficiency: Exhibits advanced level proficiency plus unique knowledge that allows effective participation in recommended courses of action, and the achievement of satisfactory solutions to advanced, complex technical problems. -Decision Making & 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. Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications. -Technical Proficiency: Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical 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. -Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience -Planning & Organization Ability: Develops knowledge of time constraints for work activities and makes proper adjustments where needed. -Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Leads and facilitates meetings effectively. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP System. Identifies key stakeholders. Use informal network to get things done. Develops and presents technical reports clearly, concisely and effectively -Leadership & 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. -Problem Solving & 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. -Leadership & Guidance: Understands and works within appropriate policies and follows procedures. Providing training and guidance for employees was beneficial. -Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates the ability to understand and perform technical functions required in relevant area of assignment. Demonstrates a strong ability to use technical and computer tools to perform assignments in most cost-effective method possible. Ensures compliance with standards, codes, regulations, practices, and procedures in area of assignment. -Technical Proficiency: Uses knowledge and experience to perform cost effective work in an efficient manner. Exhibits understanding of pertinent equipment, material, systems, and processes. Possesses intermediate level of computer literacy knowledge/skills. -Problem Solving & Initiative: Demonstrates the ability to work beyond routine assignments on moderate to complex issues. Seeking to broaden knowledge in areas of the company and industry which will complement acquired technical skills. -High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years or related utility industry work experience -Decision Making & Business Awareness: Uses diverse approaches to make decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist. Make decisions that may affect the operations or results of the section, and which may impact the business unit. -Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out information to increase technical knowledge and job skills where beneficial to AEP. -OR High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge. Meets expectations of the Technician level

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