Job Information
American Electric Power Electrician- C to Electrician-B in Bridgman, Michigan
Job Posting End Date
05-30-2024
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
Perform routine and less complex technical maintenance and repair work that involves troubleshooting, repairing and testing of mechanical and electrical systems including plant equipment, to ensure safe, reliable, and successful operation and performance of the Cook Nuclear Plant equipment. Use schematic, wiring and control diagrams to perform repair and maintenance work.
Job Description
Assist in locating and repairing defects in systems involving electrical, solid state, electronic, or mechanical components using elementary, wiring, schematic and control diagrams.
Assist in setting up and connecting testing devices and assist in performing tests on various electrical equipment.
Assist in inspection, repairing and diagnostically testing motor operated valve actuators, limit and torque switches.
Test, troubleshoot, and repair emergency lighting battery packs, and all types of lighting. Lubricate bearings on all types of electric motors and adjust and replace belts on pulleys.
Disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble standard electric motors as assigned; make splices and connections.
Under close supervision, perform routine repair and maintenance on simple switches, sockets and outlets (up to and including 260 volts).
Perform work to apply proper rigging. Erect and secure blocking and cribbing to support loads.
Tape electrical connectors on circuits up to 260 volts.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICIAN-C:
Education requirements:
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical training and/or experience.
Work Experience requirement:
One year experience in the electrical field.
Combined training and/or experience requirements must meet a minimum of 3 years.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
These are additional expectations for the job that could include specific work experience, license/certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
Successful completion of the Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) test is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking tips, and the MASS Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com/Careers by selecting Employment testing. A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
Assist engineers/others in root cause determination of equipment and component failures, and in preparation of data for engineering studies.
Operate power and hand tool to assemble and disassemble devices for repair.
Support and participate in the Emergency Plan Organization, and Corrective Action Program activities as assigned, and in accordance with procedures and policies applicable for the assigned role.
Perform all duties, and work with others in a safe manner, in compliance with appropriate company safety policies and rules.
Assume responsibility for continuously upgrading knowledge and skills.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Physical demand level is Not Yet Determined
Physical Demands:
Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.
Work location will include a plant environment which may include exposure to heat, cold, and noise.
Work location will include outdoors, and therefore subject to weather conditions. It is understood that in the performance of most nuclear generating plant duties there will be associated radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICIAN-B:
Education requirements:
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical training.
Work Experience requirement:
Two years' experience as Electrician C plus three years of related electrical work experience.
Specific knowledge of nuclear standards and nuclear policies, practices and procedures relating to plant operations.
Strong interpersonal skills.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Work location will include outdoors, and therefore subject to weather conditions.
Successful completion of the Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) test is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, and the MASS Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com/Careers by selecting Employment Testing.
Perform layout work and layout conduit. Operate power and hand tool to assemble and disassemble devices for repair.
Comply with Technical Specifications, ANSI Standards, NE Codes, ASME and National Electrical Manufacturers Association requirements.
Train and instruct new and lower-level employees.
Support and participate in the Emergency Plan Organization, HAZMAT response organization, and Corrective Action Program activities as assigned, and in accordance with procedures and policies applicable for the assigned role. 6. Perform all duties, and work with others in a safe manner, in compliance with appropriate company safety policies and rules.
Assume responsibility for continuously upgrading of knowledge and skill.
Performance of duties may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.
Physical demand level is Not Yet Determined.
Must establish & maintain a permanent residence with a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Plant.
Hourly range is from minimum to mid-point.
Electrician-C hourly range: $34.14- $35.50
Electrician-B hourly range: $39.84- $41.97
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
U053-800
Compensation Range:
$34.14-35.20 USD
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