P&C Technician II – P&C Technician Sr
| Company | American Electric Power |
|---|---|
| Location | Wheeling, WV, USA |
| Salary | $29.39 – $31.03 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology or related technology field
- No previous work experience required for P&C Technician II
- Minimum of 24 months satisfactory work experience as a P&C Technician II or the equivalent for P&C Technician I
- Minimum of 12 months satisfactory work experience as a P&C Technician I or the equivalent for P&C Technician I – Certified
- Minimum of 24 months satisfactory combined work experience as a P&C Technician I or P&C Technician I Certified or the equivalent for P&C Technician Sr.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the performance of acceptance and installation tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated equipment in stations.
- 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.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an Associate 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.
- Possesses basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.