Equipment Operator Intern at American Electric Power in Gentry, AR

Summary: American Electric Power is seeking an Equipment Operator Intern to support power plant operations. The intern will assist equipment operators with technical tasks, maintain safety standards, and perform routine activities related to plant operations. Responsibilities: - Assist equipment operators while learning the following job duties: - Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned - Monitor water chemistry as required - Maintain water pH and follow EPA guidelines as applicable - Operate computer systems for information filing and retrieval - Assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service - Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment - Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves - Attend and actively participate in required training sessions - Follow all company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices - Perform other related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - High school graduate or equivalent - Must be enrolled in associates' program for Power Plant Technology - Must be able to work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures - Must be able to follow both written and verbal instruction - Must be able to provide both written and verbal instruction to others when necessary - Must be able to deal with customers and other employees in a courteous and professional manner - Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license - Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or Job Description - Must be willing to travel - Must have working knowledge of computers and computer software applications - Must qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company - Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) is required for this position - Possess a appropriate State driver's license - Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the Company, all required training to advance to Equipment Operator - Must successfully qualify for Equipment Operator 1st Yr. within three months - Must be available to work rotating shifts - Holidays and weekends as required - Must be available for call-out - Climb ladders & stairs a number of times each day - Use fine dexterity to move switches & controls to precise locations - Detect color on alarms, equipment & other devices - Hear announcements on the Plant PA system, and to hear abnormal sounds of plant equipment - Communicate plant information by phone, in person or by radio - Work on heights, grating, platforms and catwalks - Exert up to 50 lbs of pressure to manually turn off valves - Able to stand or walk continuously for up to 8 hours Required Skills: Power Plant Technology, Safety Standards Important Skills: Computer Software Applications, Water Chemistry Monitoring Nice-to-Have Skills: Customer Service