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Title Equipment Operator-Jr
Auto req ID 2834BR
Location Winfield, WV
Job Type Full-Time
Job Category Power Plants
Relocation No
Job Description Perform semi-skilled manual work, maintenance and operating duties of a minor or routine nature in connection with power plant operation, as assigned. Isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close and return to service strainers, heat exchangers and dust collectors. Operate, clean, service and lubricate portable power driven tools and equipment. Perform simple disassembly and assembly work, clean and recondition parts, lubricate, bolt, unbolt, wire brush and open and close inspection doors. Prepare equipment work surfaces and areas by removing insulation guards and simple housings; remove pipe covering and insulation and prepare such surfaces for recovering. Erect and remove simple scaffolding and rigging. Clean oil igniters and nozzles. Mix refractory materials, obtain refractory brick and tile and prepare mortar mix as directed; assist on masonry work. Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned. Operate, clean and lubricate equipment necessary to perform these tasks. Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment; open boxes, barrels, bags and other materials. Operate material handling equipment including hoists, forklift trucks, skid steer loaders, small tractors and automotive equipment and their associated equipment and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment. Isolate plant equipment and place/remove clearance tags. Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on bottom ash and flyash handling equipment, including associated pumps, piping and valves. Inspect, clean lubricate, adjust and operate coal handling equipment including feeders, crackers, scalpers, diverter and shutoff gates; remove refuse coal and tramp iron from conveying equipment; operate emergency trip cord to stop conveyor and reset emergency trip cords. Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. Identify and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority. Assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service. Monitor coal feed to mills and burners and observe conditions of fires and furnaces. Hand lance slag in boilers, hand-operating soot blowers, unplugging ash lines, disposing of clinkers and other similar work. Lubricate and check lubrication equipment; adjust packing glands as necessary and perform necessary operative maintenance, using appropriate hand tools. Utilize portable meters, analyzers and equipment to conduct tests and monitoring. Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment and revise these prints as required. Perform routine operation and maintenance of basic water treating systems, including chemical control, routine testing of effluents, inventory of bulk chemicals, chlorination and lubrication. Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves. Assist in checking operations and maintenance projects for compliance with chemical standards and specifications compliance with chemical standards and specifications. Collect and prepare samples, operate sampling equipment and perform tests requiring the use of basic analytical equipment and knowledge of common chemical materials. Prepare bulk supplies of chemicals to specific concentration; assist in special analyses and tests necessary to regulate proper chemical treatment of system. Blow out and clean lines to control equipment, meters, and gauges; clean filters in control systems and install temporary tubing. Clean and mask surfaces preparatory to painting; perform paintings using brushes or spray equipment with approved paints. Perform minor maintenance work on heating and plumbing systems such as repair valves, repair and replace fittings and short sections of piping; clean and replace traps. Perform rough carpentry work, make minor repairs to refractory, masonry, brick or concrete walls and floors, perform rough plastering, replace glass and repair window and door hardware, except complex mechanism work. Operate oil filtering equipment. Perform duties in accordance with Company's safety rules, operating regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices. Train for and carry out assignments in fire fighting, first aid and other emergency response programs as required. Direct the work of employees assigned to assist. Prepare and maintain records as required. Assist employees as required. Train other employees as required. Report irregularities and abnormal conditions to the appropriate supervision. Perform similar or less skilled work.
Minimum Requirements Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the Company, all required training to advance to the Equipment Operator, Maintenance Mechanic-Junior, Coal Handler or Stores Attendant classification, or vacate the Equipment Operator-Junior classification. Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) and the Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS) tests are required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, together with the POSS and MASS Practice Tests 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. Must be able to learn all applicable operating instructions and procedures. Associate degree - 2-year technical degree or equivalent. Equivalent requires approval by region management. Must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures applicable to the work. Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use as required in the work. Must have demonstrated the ability to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required. Must be able to understand the care and attention required for the safe and efficient operation of equipment in the Energy Production Department. Must possess the appropriate State driver's license. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple pints and specifications. Must have a working knowledge of OSHA and Environmental guidelines. Must be able to work effectively with other employees and learn to instruct and direct other employees.

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