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Job Summary Under some supervision, performs work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives
Job Description ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team or those located externally to AEP including contractors, vendors as required to resolve routine technical tasks and field work activities.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies, procedures and guidelines. Monitors Work and Asset Management to ensure that work is performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Demonstrates ability to work beyond routine assignments by solving moderately complex problems. Works independently in resolving complex problems.
- Participates in providing training, performance improvements for projects and activities of lower level employees or peers.
- Develops and maintains rapport to assure cooperation and productive working relationships with customers.
- Demonstrates the ability to work beyond routine assignments by solving problems of moderate complexity.
- Effectively manages conflict and builds consensus for agreement concerning business and/or work issues.
- Clearly and concisely develops and presents or reviews reports with customers as needed.
- Initiates, leads and facilitates meetings effectively.
- Provides input to routine project planning and schedule. Understands the use of scheduling techniques for budget and planning activities. Assist in the planning of outages/projects/assignments.
- Participates in AEP and associated contractor's meetings covering outage/project schedule, safety issues and operations and maintenance of equipment.
- Assists in evaluating contracting methods, reviewing drawings and preparing basic cost estimates using established standards.
- Monitors work according to schedule and recommend necessary actions.
What we're looking for: Grade 6: - Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college OR
- Associate's degree in a technical field and 3 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
- Experience: Typically requires a minimum of three years of experience in work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge.
Grade 7: - Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited university or college OR
- Associate's technical degree and 6 years of experience in design, operations, planning, construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
- Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in work activities and projects requiring technical knowledge.
Other Must Haves: - Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data integration).
- Strong reporting and data analytics skills, including the ability to extract, analyze, and visualize data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Cognos to support decision-making and project performance tracking.
- Working knowledge of project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, Power BI, PowerQuery, and Smartsheet.
- Familiarity with enterprise systems such as Maximo, Cognos, ServiceNow, DocuSign, and SharePoint (admin-level preferred).
- Ability to interpret and apply basic contract terms.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and initiative in managing responsibilities.
- Willingness to travel and work occasional overtime as needed.
What you'll get: - Grade 6: $72,380 - $90,475
- Grade 7: $85,081 - $106,354
In addition to a 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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At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-006
Compensation Range: $72, ,474.50 USD
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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