Protection & Control Technician II

P&C Technician II

The P&C Technician II performs work associated with the installation, testing, maintenance and operation of all protection and control (P&C) devices and related equipment under direct, immediate or general supervision. Such devices and equipment include but are not limited to digital microprocessor relays, electromechanical relays, other intelligent electronic devices, oscillographs and event recorders, remote terminal units (RTU) and station control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, statistical load metering, telemetering and transducers, as well as power line carriers (PLC), tone, pilot wire, fiber and associated P&C communications equipment.

Additionally, the team responds to emergency callouts and coordinates prompt restoration of service to customers as required. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the installation and performance of acceptance tests on protection, control, and measurement devices and associated equipment in stations.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of all power line carriers, station SCADA, and associated communications equipment or cables as assigned.
• Perform switching under direct supervision of qualified personnel following direction of the proper operating authority.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and operation of any new and added equipment or systems as assigned.
• Maintain test equipment and automotive equipment in good working order so that work can be performed safely and efficiently anywhere throughout the System.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and drawings as required.
• Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
• Perform all duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations, NERC and environmental compliance, and practices.
• Test and calibrate protection & control devices and equipment periodically, on a pre-established schedule, and as required.
• Assist with diagnosis of trouble, mis-operation, or damage of equipment and assist with corrective action to repair and prevent recurrence.
• Operate a computer device to test, calibrate, and retrieve data from protection & control and devices.

Technical Proficiency:

• Possesses technical knowledge acquired from an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology.
• Gains knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to area of assignment.
• Gains knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes.
• Assists employees in handling defined portions of routine problems when beneficial to AEP.
• Possesses basic computer literacy, knowledge, and skills.

Leadership and Guidance:

• Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher level employees.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.

Planning and Organizational Ability:

• Plans work in accordance with AEP standard planning practices.
• Prioritizes routine work to meet the demands of the Company.
• Maintains accurate records.

Problem Solving and Initiative:

• Applies technical knowledge and experience in resolving problems encountered in assigned work.
• Uses initiative in looking for opportunities to improve the process and increase job knowledge/technical skills.
• Seeks out, compiles, analyzes, and interprets information necessary to perform work activities and solve problems.

Communication and Interpersonal

Skills:

• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.
• Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision-making and business awareness characteristics:

• Develops decision-making skills based on sound judgment and job knowledge.
• Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the local organizational unit.

Minimum Requirements:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Associate's degree in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology or related technology field.
• Or equivalent education and/or experience.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• No previous work experience required.

Other Requirements:

• Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current classification.
• Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and…