P&C Technician II, Senior

American Electric Power (AEP)

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Location
Kingsport, TN
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10 days ago
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About American Electric Power (AEP)

American Electric Power (AEP) is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, delivering electricity to customers across 11 states through an extensive transmission and distribution network. Industry: Electric Utilities

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TL;DR · P&C Technician II, Senior

P&C Technician II - Senior will join the technical operations team to perform essential tasks involving the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of protection and control devices. This role involves working with digital relays, electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, Station Disturbance Recorders, digital fault recorders, oscillographs, event recorders, RTUs, and station SCADA systems. The position also covers power line carriers, telemetric equipment, and various communication cables. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing acceptance tests on measurement devices, calibrating equipment on set schedules, diagnosing malfunctions, and maintaining test and automotive tools. Candidates must possess an Associate's degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology and demonstrate proficiency in reading electrical prints and diagrams. The role addresses the critical challenge of ensuring reliable power system protection and communication infrastructure while adhering to NERC and environmental compliance standards.

What you'll do

  • Install, test, and maintain protection and control devices including digital relays and SCADA systems.
  • Maintain and operate power line carriers, fiber optics, and associated communication equipment.
  • Perform switching operations under the direction of authorized personnel.
  • Test and calibrate protection and control devices on a pre-established schedule.
  • Diagnose equipment malfunctions or damage and perform necessary corrective actions.
  • Retrieve and analyze data from monitoring equipment to measure system disturbances.
  • Maintain test equipment and vehicles in good working order for field use.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate records, technical reports, and drawings of work performed.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an Associate's degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or a related field.
  • Equivalent education may be substituted with military training or technical experience such as aviation or nuclear instrumentation.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
  • Must live within a 45-minute driving distance of the Kingsport, TN Service Center.
  • Ability to perform heavy work involving exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Basic computer literacy and skills are required for data retrieval and reporting.
  • Ability to read, understand, and correct electrical prints, diagrams, and instruction books.

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