Hydro Mechanic - D

Hydro Mechanic "D"

The Hydro Mechanic "D" spends much of the grade becoming oriented to a Hydro plant. It is a learning stage where often the equipment and tools are new to the individual. They must perform duties as a helper to "C", "B", and "A" mechanics, as well as learn Company rules and procedures related to Job Safety, Environmental Protection, Operations, Basic Skills and Maintenance of hydro power plant structures and equipment.

Skills and job knowledge will be developed through training resources such as classrooms, videos, computers, and on the job demonstrations.

Essential Job Functions & Tasks:

• Utilize a working knowledge of hand tools and portable power tools and their correct usage in order to maintain plant equipment.
• Utilize a working knowledge of basic measuring tools such as rules, scales, straight edges, dividers, squares and protractors, layout simple figures on flat surfaces.
• Calculate areas, volumes, weights, etc. utilizing basic mathematical concepts.
• Comprehend moderately complex written material such as procedures, instructions, technical manuals, etc.
• Assist employees of a higher classification.
• Prepare and maintain records as required. This will include the accurate completion of job orders and writing new ones.
• Assist in obtaining clearance permits and ensure that the equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged before work begins.
• Learn and comply with AEP safety/environmental/health policies as well as regulatory policies.
• Assist engineers and others with root cause determination of equipment/component failures.
• Assist employees and perform similar or less skilled duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

• 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.

Work Experience:

• Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the company, all required training, testing, and job demonstrations to advance to the Hydro Mechanic "C" classification, or vacate the Hydro Mechanic "D" classification.

Required License /

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid State driver's license; may also be required to obtain other licenses required to operate applicable plant vehicles and equipment.

Other Requirements:

• Advancement will be based on an individual's demonstrated ability to meet the Qualifications requirements and perform the applicable "C" grade job duties as set forth in this Job Specification.
• Work shift schedule as well as irregular hours, and respond to calls outside of scheduled hours as required by the job.
• Ability and willingness to make independent decisions necessary for proper performance of job duties when the nature of the job requires working alone or working without supervision.
• Willingness to assist with work, when the need arises, in any department or phase of the Company's operations for which qualified.
• 50%-75% of travel time associated with this position.
• Must complete all required training and testing requirements as established by the company.
• Must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work. Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use as required in the work. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints and specifications and have the ability to gain a working knowledge of OSHA and Environmental guidelines.

What You'll Get:

Base Salary of $28.75 /hour. In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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