Appalachian Power · 20 hours ago
Power Equipment Mech 3rd Class
South Charleston, WV
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$30.92/hr - $33.20/hrAppalachian Power is a dedicated energy company committed to delivering safe and innovative energy solutions. They are seeking a Power Equipment Mechanic 3rd Class to perform highly skilled repair work, lead others in the inspection and repair of large power plant equipment, and assist in various mechanical maintenance tasks.
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Responsibilities
Operates as required all bridge cranes, hoists, fork trucks, etc., assigned to the shop and performs equipment rigging and staging, setup for inspection and preparation for shipment. Performs other mechanical maintenance as required including work on the Central Machine Shop building and equipment
Works with 1st and 2nd class PEM personnel or supervisors to further learning of skills needed to move to the next level with demonstration of increasing independence
Depending on the area of expertise, perform mill, lathe and welding equipment setup without assistance for machining / welding in general and with optimal amount of supervision / assistance for all components as needed
Assists, as directed, employees of equal or higher classification in carrying through work assignments
Performs all work in accordance with safety regulations and acceptable shop practices. Reports irregularities or abnormal conditions. Take notes, completes required paperwork and keeps records as directed
Maintain quality control standard as established by Central Machine Shop practices
Be able to interpret and work from simple prints and specifications
Learns new skills as shop support grows to meet the needs of customers such as general disassembly of ID fans, cleaning fan components, assisting with the re-assembly of ID fan components and assisting with taking and documenting QC information
Perform work in other qualified areas, (i.e., machinist, welder, motor winder, NDE, pump, fan etc.), as fill in or assistance when not assigned to work in your department
Through a combination of training and learning of skills obtained to perform the duties and responsibilities with satisfactory demonstrations of the competencies contained in this position description
Support AEP's cultural goals and expectations
Performs similar or less skilled work, as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent education and experience
Through a combination of education and/or ability must have sufficient knowledge and skill to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above as well as the ability to acquire the necessary knowledge and skill to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job in the family
Satisfactorily perform all of the demonstrations of the job
In addition to the above skills expectations third class Power Equipment Mechanics must demonstrate the skills and ability required for promotion to second class within one year from the initial hiring date
Successful completion of the Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) test is required for this position
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Preferred
Associate degree in technical or scientific field preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Appalachian Power
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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