Job Description

Job Posting End Date

07-14-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

The Control Technician Jr. will assist with technical and specialized work of a skilled nature in connection with electrical and control systems; analysis, detection and repair of single loop control systems, electronic devices, communication systems, and instruments such as meters, gauges and regulators; assist others in making tests, surveys and layout work and the development of reports documenting results.

What You’ll Do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Assist in locating and repairing defects in control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, using elementary, wiring, schematic, logic or control diagrams.

• Assist in low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical /mechanical interlock checks, repairs and adjustments that are associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems.

• Assist in or perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as batteries, motors, compressed air systems, fork-lifts, electric heaters, etc.

• Make required equipment checks and inspections. Record data, assist in performing tests and prepare reports, graphs, sketches and curves. Compile and record data relating to projects, tests, investigations. Ensure all work is performed in accordance with all standards and specifications.

• Assist others in engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials and requisitions for the installation, maintenance and operation of equipment if applicable.

• Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders, search and record work histories if applicable.

• As directed, request and accept permits to ensure that equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged.

• Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Education

• Associates degree in Electronics or a qualifying Engineering or Science

OR

• High school diploma with two (2) or more years of related military experience

OR

• High school diploma with five (5) or more years of related industrial technical electrical or controls experience

Work Experience

• Must have the knowledge and skill necessary to perform work in the installation, inspection, repair, adjustment, calibration and servicing of instruments and controls.
• Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints, sketches and specifications.
• Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.

Other Requirements

• 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 POSS 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.
• Perform duties in accordance with all federal, state, local and company environmental, safety and health regulations, policies, procedures, rules and practices.
• Report unsafe conditions, practices, irregularities and abnormal conditions to appropriate supervision. Stop all unsafe work.
• Will need to become knowledgeable of OSHA, Regulatory, and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Control Technician

What You’ll Do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Locate and repair defects in control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components, using elementary, wiring, schematic, logic or control diagrams.

• Install, remove, inspect, adjust, repair and calibrate instrumentation not associated with active trips such as pressure, temperature, flow, gas analyzing, transmitting, receiving, recording, chemical testing devices and other equipment as assigned. Make simple circuit analysis and repair relays, electronic devices, meters, communication components and similar circuits.

• As directed, perform simple control system monitoring and program modifications using a computer interface terminal and available monitoring systems including installed data historians as well as stand-alone data collection systems. Includes but is not limited to control diagnostics on distributed control systems (DCS) and control diagnostics and troubleshooting of programmable logic control systems (PLC). Complete technical calculations as necessary to support modifications, and document all changes.

• Complete low and medium voltage circuit breaker electrical /mechanical interlock checks, repairs and adjustments that are associated with breakers and plant electrical control and distribution systems.

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair activities on equipment such as batteries, motors, compressed air systems, fork-lifts, electric heaters, HVAC systems, etc.

• Make required equipment checks and inspections. Record data, assist in performing tests and prepare reports, graphs, sketches and curves. Compile and record data relating to projects, tests, and investigations. Ensure all work is performed in accordance with all standards and specifications and documented appropriately.

• Assist with engineering layouts and preparing data for engineering procedures, specifications, contracts, bills of materials and requisitions for the installation, maintenance and operation of equipment.

• Complete control loop and input output checks on new and replacement equipment.

• Use the work management system to locate or request parts, create work requests/work orders and search and record work histories if applicable.

• Request and accept permits to ensure that equipment to be worked on has been properly cleared and tagged. Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed.

• Assist in installing and removing grounds as directed.

• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

Education

• Associates degree in Electronics or a qualifying Engineering or Science

OR

• High school diploma with two (2) or more years of related military experience

OR

• High school diploma with five (5) or more years of related industrial technical electrical or controls experience

Work Experience

• Must have performed the duties of, and maintained all the qualifications of Control Technician-Junior
• Must be able to pass an examination and/or qualification demonstrations as determined by the Company.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.

Other Requirements

• Must have sufficient experience in the use of power industrial instrumentation to have a working knowledge of process control, and be able to inspect, repair, tune, and modify single element control loops.
• Must have the working knowledge and skill needed to calibrate and adjust plant instruments and controls and be capable of detecting and making repairs to control systems.
• Must be able to perform necessary engineering calculations for test results, reports, performance and records. Must be able to read, interpret and work from moderately complex prints and specifications.
• Must have a working knowledge of equipment and clearance procedures, and the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work. Must have a working knowledge of OSHA, Regulatory, and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Must be able to lead and direct other employees and obtain cooperation and satisfactory work results. Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and height
• Must be able to perform duties in accordance with all federal, state, local and company environmental, safety and health regulations, policies, procedures, rules and practices. Report unsafe conditions, practices, irregularities and abnormal conditions to appropriate supervision Stop all unsafe work

What You’ll Get:

Standard base pay is:

• Control Technician Jr. - $32.49
• Control Technician - $39.52

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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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

N005-520

Compensation Range:

$32.49 - $45.31

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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