Equipment Specialist at American Electric Power in Roanoke, VA

Equipment Specialist Location: Abingdon, VA Job Posting End Date 06-11-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date Job Summary Responsible for specialized and advanced, independent work involved in planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjustment and repair of Station equipment such as: power transformer's, reactor's, current transformer's, switches', circuit breaker's, circuit switcher's, potential device's, regulator's, power cable's, oil, paint, and all associated accessories. Job Description What You’ll Do: Essential Job Functions & Tasks 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. What We’re Looking For: *Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Equipment Specialist level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Equipment Specialist Sr. Education: Associate's degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education and/or experience. Equivalent education and experience is limited to military training and work experience of technical/technician nature (such as aviation and nuclear instrumentation technician); or recent experience (within last 6 months) as a Station Electrician or equivalent job title with another electric utility or contractor. 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 Sr Job Summary Responsible for specialized and advanced, independent work involved in planning, testing, receiving, storing, assembling, adjustment and repair of Station equipment such as power transformers, reactors, current transformers, switches, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, potential devices, regulators, power cables, oil, paint, and all associated accessories. What You’ll Do: Essential Job Functions & Tasks 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. Perform or direct modernization and rebuilding of Station electrical equipment. What We’re Looking For: Education: Associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance technology or equivalent education and/or experience. Equivalent education and experience is limited to military training and work experience of technical/technician nature (such as aviation and nuclear instrumentation technician) OR recent experience (within last 6 months) as a Station Electrician or equivalent job title with another electric utility or contractor. 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. Other requirements: Physical demand level is Heavy. 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. Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do 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: SP20-007 Compensation Range: $87,633.00 - $128,688.00 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. Hear about it first!   Get job alerts by email.  Log in to your Candidate Home Account today!  If you don't have an account, you can create one. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics. Additional Locations: Roanoke, VA