<p>Job Posting End Date</p> <p>07-07-2025</p> <p>Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Perform technical and specialized work of a moderate grade of skill in connection with chemical and environmental systems; industrial hygiene (IH) testing, analysis, detection and repair of defects in related systems, devices and instruments; assist others in making tests, surveys and layout work.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p> <p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ol> <li>Conduct sample collection for the analysis of the following systems: </li></ol> <p>Circulating Water</p> <p>Cooling Water</p> <p>Wastewater / Bioreactor / FGD</p> <p>2.Collect, prepare, and ship coal samples to the laboratory for analysis.</p> <ol start="3"> <li> <p>Support polisher and demineralizer regeneration processes.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with internal inspections of polishers and demineralizers.</p> </li></ol> <p>5.Aid in condenser inspections during unit outages.</p> <ol start="6"> <li> <p>Facilitate the escorting and unloading of bulk chemical delivery trucks.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with Plant Environmental Coordinators on environmental sampling and collection activities.</p> </li><li> <p>Shadow Senior Performance and Industrial Hygiene Technicians to acquire the skills necessary for successfully completing all job demonstrations required for advancement to the Junior Performance and Industrial Hygiene Technician position, and progression into Senior Performance and Industrial Hygiene Technician roles.</p> </li></ol> <p>9.Perform additional job duties as assigned.</p> <p>Education requirements are listed below: Two-year associate degree in chemistry, Biology or Environmental or associate degree in another discipline with five (5) years of related industrial chemical, environmental or laboratory experience, with knowledge of chemical handling and testing, piping, fittings and valves. Must be able to pass a Technician Occupations Selection System (Tech) examination, if required.</p> <p>Work Experience requirement listed below: Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the company, all required training to advance to the Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician classification, or vacate the Performance & Industrial Hygiene Technician-Junior classification. Must have a moderate degree of knowledge and skill necessary to perform work with standard laboratory and chemical analyzing equipment. Must be able to read, interpret and work from simple prints, sketches and specifications. Must be familiar with equipment and clearance procedures, safety practices and current procedures applicable to the work. Must be able to distinguish colors on a standard color blindness test 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. Must have a working knowledge of applicable OSHA and Environmental guidelines.</p> <p>Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must possess the appropriate State driver's license. Must obtain and maintain all necessary certifications and licenses as required.</p> <p>Must obtain Wastewater Operator certification within the first year of employment.</p> <p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Physical demand level is Medium</p> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</p> <p>List physical demands required for this job, but not limited to:</p> <p>1) Must be able to work at heights and climb ladders and structures</p> <p>2) Able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, twist, push and pull</p> <p>3) Work with hazardous material</p> <p>4) Environmental conditions including heat and cold weather, dust and fumes</p> <p>Compensation Data</p> <p>Compensation Grade:</p> <p>N005-520</p> <p>Compensation Range:</p> <p>$31.23-33.43 USD</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>