Maintenance Mechanic-Junior RSO
Company: American Electric Power
Location: Rockport
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
This position will be home based at Rockport Plant but will
require heavy travel across AEP footprint.THE AEP REGIONAL SERVICE
ORGANIZATION IS A MOBILE MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT SUPPORTING THE AEP
GENERATION FLEET. SIGNIFICANT TRAVEL SHOULD BE EXPECTED.Perform
work in the checking, inspecting, repair, maintenance, installation
and construction of plant equipment and structures.ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS are listed below:1.) Inspect, erect and/or remove simple
scaffolding, rigging and blocking and assist in the erection or
removal of extensive or complicated scaffolding, rigging and
blocking.2.) Use appropriate tools and perform jobs such as drill
and tap holes, thread bolts, cut and thread pipe, mill and prep
boiler tubes, use measuring devices required in the work, and learn
to perform simple machining jobs on machine shop tools. Use layout
tools such as rules, scales, straight edges, dividers, trams,
squares, levels, plumb bobs and protractors to lay out plane
figures on flat surfaces, such as coal conveyor wear plates, bolt
holes on man covers, and flanges and holes for conduit in junction
boxes.3.) Perform non-code electric arc welding such as building up
work surfaces on wear plates where warping is not a problem, and
where adequate stock remains to prevent burning through; make tack
and assembly welds in the maintenance and construction of items
such as jigs, fixtures, chutes, hoppers, wear plates, and cable
troughs where such welds are not required to be continuous
structural welds.4.) Perform metal cutting (oxyacetylene,
propylene, etc.) and simple welding and brazing in the flat
position. Use oxyacetylene torches, LP gas torches, and the like,
for purposes of assembly or disassembly, bending, forming, or
heat-treating when the configuration of the object is such that
intricate control of heat application is not required, such as in
the removal of couplings from service water plumps, sump pumps and
bending U-straps from carbon steel.5.) Perform electrical work such
as pull in and terminate 2- and 3-wire conductors for lighting or
fractional horsepower circuits and make repairs to same; tape
electrical connections on circuits up to and including 260 volt, AC
and DC on fractional horsepower equipment; use clamp-on ammeters
and voltmeters; clean de-energized electrical equipment.6.) Install
and make repairs to masonry refractory and insulation.7.) Replace
and adjust valve packing, drive balls, conveyor idlers, gauges
glasses, sight glasses, position/level switches, pressure gauges,
manometers, pressure switches and similar devices.8.) Inspect,
clean, repair and reassemble as assigned: oil igniters and nozzles,
pulverizers, feeders, fans, dampers, air preheaters, heat
exchangers, precipitator rappers, hopper heaters & insulators,
small motors, pumps, fans, slag blowers, etc.9.) Clean and mask
surfaces preparatory to painting; perform paintings using brushes
or spray equipment with approved paints. Perform rough carpentry
work, make minor repairs to brick or concrete walls and floors,
perform rough plastering, replace glass and repair window and door
hardware.10.) Operate mobile equipment and its associated equipment
and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.
Maintain equipment, tools and work areas in a clean and orderly
condition. Obtain clearance orders and determine that the equipment
to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged. Report
irregularities and abnormal conditions to supervision.11.) Perform
duties in accordance with the Company safety rules, operating
regulations and practices. Train for and carry out assignments in
firefighting, first aid or other emergency programs as
required.12.) Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.Job
TypeFull-TimeRelocationNoAnnual Salary From (Min)61318.40Annual
Salary To (Mid)64105.60Minimum RequirementsBASIC
QUALIFICATIONS:Education requirements are listed below:Associate
degree in engineering, industrial or energy technology; OR
Associate degree in another discipline and two (2) years of related
work experience; OR high school diploma with four (4) years of
related work experience;OR high school diploma with two (2) years
of related military experience. Related experience is listed under
Principal Accountabilities.Must also have performed the duties of,
and have maintained all the qualifications of the
line-of-progression.Starting with EO Jr.,
Maintenance-line-of-progression and must be able to pass an
examination, as required. Normally achieved with 1040 hours as an
Equipment Operator-Jr or equivalent.Work Experience requirement
listed below:1. Must be familiar with plant maintenance, materials,
practices, tools and rigging, scaffolding and blocking involved in
the work.2. Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and
mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.3. Must be
familiar with the layout, construction, and functions of the
equipment and apparatus in the plant and about the plant
property.4. Must be familiar with equipment clearance procedures,
rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work.5.
Must be able to read, interpret, and work from simple prints and
specifications. Must be able to learn to instruct and direct other
employees.6. Must obtain and maintain all necessary certifications
and licenses as required. 7. Must possess the appropriate State
driver's license.Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed
below:6. Must obtain and maintain all necessary certifications and
licenses as required. 7. Must possess the appropriate State driver
license.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Physical demand level is Medium1) Must
be able to climb ladders & stairs a number of times each day.2)
Must be able to use fine dexterity to move switches & controls to
precise locations3) Must be able to detect color on alarms,
equipment & other devices4) Must be able to hear announcements on
the Plant PA system, and to hear abnormal sounds of plant
equipment5) Must be able to communicate plant information by phone,
in person or by radio6) Must be able to work on heights, grating,
platforms and catwalks.7) Must be able to exert up to 50 lbs of
pressure to manually turn off valves. Must be able to stand or walk
continuously for up to 12 hours.#indaep#aepcareersWork
DesignationOnsite
Keywords: American Electric Power, Evansville , Maintenance Mechanic-Junior RSO, Professions , Rockport, Indiana
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