Equipment Operator- 1st year
American Electric PowerRole Overview
American Electric Power is hiring a mid-level Equipment Operator- 1st year. This is a full-time role in Oologah. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Posting End Date
05-01-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
Perform semi-skilled manual work in connection with power plant operation.
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Isolate, clean, open, replace, inspect, close and return to service plant equipment. Isolate equipment and place/remove clearance tags in the plant and switchyard.
- Operate, regulate, adjust, clean and perform minor maintenance on plant auxiliary systems. Monitor and inspect all plant equipment for normal operation. Identify and report abnormal conditions to the proper authority and write work orders.
- Operate, clean, service and lubricate portable power driven tools and equipment.
- Erect and remove simple scaffolding and rigging.
- Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned.
- Load, unload, move and handle materials, supplies and equipment; open boxes, barrels, bags and other materials, using material handling equipment.
- Monitor water chemistry as required. Maintain water pH and follow EPA guidelines as applicable.
- Assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service. If applicable, 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.
- Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment and revise these prints as required. Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves.
- 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 firefighting, first aid and other emergency response programs as required.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Two year Associate degree in power plant technology, industrial technology, engineering technology or equivalent.
Experience: Equivalent would include 2- years of military experience, or some post high school education plus two years of related industrial experience. Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, together with the POSS Practice Tests may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com Careers by selecting Employment testing. 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 Assistant Station Operator. This includes the ability to gain a working knowledge of all applicable operating instructions and procedures. Must successfully qualify for Turbine Operator (Tulsa Power Station) or Assistant Station Operator (NES 1,2,3,4, Riverside and Southwestern) within three years. Must be available to work rotating shifts. Holidays and weekends as required. Must be available for call-out.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Demands - walking, standing, climbing stairs or ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
U070-938
Compensation Range:
$35.80 - $35.80
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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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Equipment Operator- 1st year position at American Electric Power?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to American Electric Power. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Equipment Operator- 1st year position at American Electric Power located?
This position is based in Oologah. American Electric Power has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Equipment Operator- 1st year at American Electric Power earn?
American Electric Power has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Equipment Operator- 1st year role at American Electric Power posted?
This role was posted on April 20, 2026 (49 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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