*This Equipment Specialist role requires joining the TFS Dedicated Team to perform FAC-008 field verification work within your reporting region and obtaining a Part-107 drone operator license, as drone-based evidence collection is the primary method used at EHV stations.
Instruct others or perform routine and emergency tests on Station electrical equipment as required.
Prepare and maintain Station electrical equipment records.
Develop and assist with presentations in Centralized Station Electrician Training Schools.
Coordinate bidding contracts and monitor performance of contractors.
Investigate failures or malfunctions of electrical equipment, make reports to proper parties, and recommend corrective action as required.
Check all details of installation and release electrical equipment for operation.
Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of Station electrical equipment.
Essential Job Functions & Tasks
*This Equipment Specialist role requires joining the TFS Dedicated Team to perform FAC-008 field verification work within your reporting region and obtaining a Part-107 drone operator license, as drone-based evidence collection is the primary method used at EHV stations.
Train and instruct applicable personnel in the performance of routine, emergency, and special tests on Station electrical equipment. Perform emergency and special tests as required.
Prepare and maintain Station electrical equipment records.
Analyze test results and recommend, advise, and assist other groups on corrective measures to be taken.
Develop and assist with presentations in Centralized Station Electrician Training Schools.
Coordinate bidding contracts and monitor performance of contractors.
Investigate failures or malfunctions of electrical equipment, make reports to proper parties, and recommend corrective action as required.
Check all details of installation and release electrical equipment for operation. 8.) Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of Station electrical equipment.
Requirements
Work Experience: Work experience should include a minimum of 3 years in Station or Protection & Control related activities. A good working knowledge of PC's and various types of test equipment is preferred.
Other Requirements : Physical demand level is Heavy.
Equipment Specialist Senior
Job Summary
Work Experience: Work experience should include a minimum of 5 years in Station or Protection & Control related activities. A good working knowledge of PC's and various types of test equipment is required.
What You'll Get:
Base Salary from:
Equipment Specialist: $87,633-$109,544 /year.
Equipment Specialist Sr: $98,993-$128,689 /year.
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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Additional Information
Job Posting End Date
06-19-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
The Equipment Specialist is responsible for specialized work involved in planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjustment and repair of Station equipment such as: power transformer's, reactor's, current transformer's, switche's, circuit breaker's, circuit switcher's, potential device's, regulator's, power cable's, oil, paint, and all associated accessories.
Job Description
Aep · Pikeville, KY