Technician / Technician Sr

This position is posted as a range. Qualifications, education and experience will be considered in determining the appropriate classification.

The position is posted at a range from Technician to Technician Sr.

Responsible for performing intermediate level technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Design overhead and underground
distribution facilities for new and existing
customers according to AEPs Services
construction standards.
Consult with residential and commercial
customers about policies, budgets, deadlines,
and requirements for new electric service.
Work closely with customers to determine
their electrical equipment needs for new
industrial, commercial, and residential loads
under stringent deadlines.
Provide engineering support to operations and
maintenances of power distribution systems.
Work storm restoration locally or out of town
by patrols lines and directs crews during
outage restoration operations.
Produce computer-aided design (CAD)
drawings for construction projects.
Represent the Company with government
officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors,
architects, and engineers to provide service to
customers.
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in
accordance with AEP, local city ordinances,
state, federal, and county agencies as
required.
Execute contracts and agreements in
compliance with administrative instructions
and regulatory requirements.
Develop relationships with internal and
external customers and contractors, where
you will be working to meet and exceed their
expectations daily.
Become well versed with AEPs Distribution
Design program and other computer
programs necessary for completion of
projects.

Essential Job Functions:
Technical Expertise: Possesses entry-level
knowledge and experience in the application of
theory to solve well-defined problems or provide
analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.
Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined
portions of more complex problems and
analyses. Exhibits fundamental understanding of
standards, codes and regulations relevant to the
area of assignment. Gains familiarity with standards,
codes and regulations relevant to the area of
assignment. Gains familiarity with pertinent
equipment, materials, systems and business
processes.

Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities
of others as required to resolve routine engineering
tasks. Demonstrates working knowledge of
appropriate policies and procedures; however,
activities are generally monitored by higher-level
employees to ensure work is performed in
accordance with established guidelines. Performs
work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees.
Demonstrates ability to work with
others in both supplying information and seeking
assistance as necessary. Demonstrates willingness
and capabilities to assume leadership roles.

Planning & Organization Ability: Provides input to
routine project planning documents related to
scheduling and understands the use of scheduling
techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget
and planning activities. Monitors project status and
recommends action accordingly. Prepares cost
estimates using established standards. Develops
understanding of the workflow for routine
engineering projects. Accomplishes work according
to plans and schedules established by higher-level
employees.

Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out
information and understanding of engineering
problems and solution techniques applicable to area
of responsibility. Applies basic techniques to perform
analysis associated with the resolution of routine
technical problems. Uses initiative in looking for
opportunities and presenting new ideas and new
approaches.

Communication: Assists and participates in the
preparation of reports and technical papers.
Assimilates information and instructions readily.
Communicates effectively, both verbally and in
writing and presents ideas clearly. Listens to and
understands instructions, and requests clarification
as required.

Interpersonal Skills: Begins networking with peers to
share information and encourage cooperation.
Understands the agendas and perspectives of
others. Develops effective give-and-take relationship.
Demonstrates the ability to be a team player. Relates
to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision Making: Knows which decisions they are
authorized to make. Develops decision-making skills
under guidance of higher-level employees and
makes routine decisions subject to review and
contributes to team decision-making.

Business Awareness & Characteristics:
Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and
satisfy both internal and external customers who use
and depend upon their organizational unit's work.
Applies economic analysis techniques in problem
solving. Pursues effective ways to protect and
enhance the environment while providing reliable
electricity at a competitive cost. Active participation
in professional and business organizations is
encouraged. Develops an understanding of the roles
and responsibilities of the department.

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