American Electric Power · 13 hours ago
Control Technician Jr. - Control Technician
Cleveland, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$31.23/hr - $43.56/hr
2+ years expAmerican Electric Power is a dedicated energy company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. They are seeking a Control Technician Jr. to perform technical work related to electrical and control systems, including maintenance, repair, and documentation of various equipment and systems.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Assist in locating and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, using elementary, wiring, schematic, logic or control diagrams
Assist in low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical /mechanical interlock checks, repairs and adjustments that are associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems
Assist in or perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as: batteries, motors, compressed air systems, fork-lifts, electric heaters, etc
Make required equipment checks and inspections. Record data, assist in performing tests and prepare reports, graphs, sketches and curves. Compile and record data relating to projects, tests, investigations. Insure all work is performed in accordance with all standards and specifications
Assist others in engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials and requisitions for the installation, maintenance and operation of equipment if applicable
Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders, search and record work histories if applicable
As directed, request and accept permits to insure that equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged
Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed
Perform all other duties as assigned
Locate and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical , electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, using elementary, wiring, schematic, logic or control diagrams
Install, remove, inspect, adjust, repair and calibrate instrumentation not associated with active trips such as: pressure, temperature, flow, gas analyzing, transmitting, receiving, recording, chemical testing devices and other equipment as assigned. Make simple circuit analysis and repair relays, electronic devices, meters, communication components and similar circuits
As directed, perform simple control system monitoring and program modifications using a computer interface terminal and available monitoring systems including installed data historians as well as stand-alone data collection systems. Includes but is not limited to control diagnostics on distributed control systems (DCS) and control diagnostics and troubleshooting of programmable logic control systems (PLC). Complete technical calculations as necessary to support modifications, and document all changes
Complete low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical /mechanical interlock checks, repairs and adjustments that are associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems
Perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as: batteries, motors, compressed air systems, fork-lifts, electric heaters, HVAC systems, etc
Make required equipment checks and inspections. Record data, assist in performing tests and prepare reports, graphs, sketches and curves. Compile and record data relating to projects, tests, and investigations. Insure all work is performed in accordance with all standards and specifications and documented appropriately
Assist with engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials and requisitions for the installation, maintenance and operation of equipment
Complete control loop and input output checks on new and replacement equipment
Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders and search and record work histories if applicable
Request and accept permits to insure that equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged. Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed
Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Two year Associates degree in electronics or a qualifying Engineering or Science, or high school diploma with two or more years of related military experience, or a high school diploma 5 or more years of related industrial technical electrical or controls experience
Must have the knowledge and skill necessary to perform work in the installation, inspection, repair, adjustment, calibration and servicing of instruments and controls
Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints, sketches and specifications
Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees
Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required
Must possess the appropriate State driver's license
Physical demand level is Medium
Must have sufficient experience in the use of power industrial instrumentation to have a working knowledge of process control, and be able to inspect, repair, tune, and modify single element control loops
Must have the working knowledge and skill needed to calibrate and adjust plant instruments and controls, and be capable of detecting and making repairs to control systems
Must be able to perform necessary engineering calculations for test results, reports, performance and records
Must be able to read, interpret and work from moderately complex prints and specifications
Must have a working knowledge of equipment and clearance procedures, and the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work
Must have a working knowledge of OSHA, Regulatory, and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
Must be able to lead and direct other employees and obtain cooperation and satisfactory work results
Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and height
Perform duties in accordance with all federal, state, local and company environmental, safety and health regulations, policies, procedures, rules and practices
Report unsafe conditions, practices, irregularities and abnormal conditions to appropriate supervision
Stop all unsafe work
Lifting up to 50 pounds; carry 35 pounds, push pull up to 65 pounds
Frequent walking and standing
Climb ladders and stairs, squat, kneel
Ability to use hand tools and motorized equipment
Environmental conditions of cold, heat, dust, fumes
Benefits
A unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Company
American Electric Power
American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
10001+ employees
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