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Joint Use Technician - Joint Use Technician Sr.

American Electric Power
Fort Wayne, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jun 2026
💰 $93,189/yr($63,496/yr$93,189/yr)

About the role

Job Posting End Date

06-19-2026

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

Job Summary

Responsible for performing intermediate level technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance, and operation of Company equipment and facilities.

Job Description

What will you do:

  • Inspecting poles, lines, and attachments
  • Coordinating pole attachments between utilities and telecom companies
  • Checking for safety and clearance issues
  • Supporting make-ready work before new equipment is installed
  • Keeping records and helping ensure compliance with utility standards
  • Technical Proficiency: Uses knowledge and experience to perform cost effective work in an efficient manner. Exhibits understanding of pertinent equipment, material, systems, and processes. Possesses intermediate level of computer literacy knowledge/skills.
  • Leadership & Guidance: Understands and works within appropriate policies and follows procedures. Provide training and guidance to employees where beneficial.
  • Planning & Organization Ability: Develops knowledge of time constraints for work activities and makes proper adjustments where needed.
  • Problem Solving & Initiative: Actively seeks out information to increase technical knowledge and job skills where beneficial to AEP.
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Contributes to team goals. Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation. Develops a Win-Win relationship. Understands corporate goals.
  • Decision Making & Business Awareness: Uses decision making skills to perform job more efficiently and cost effective. Demonstrates an attitude, ability, and desire to listen and satisfy both internal and external customers. Refer to attached matrix for required qualifications.

What we are looking for:

Technician -

  • Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of related utility industry

  • Or a high school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related utility industry work experience.

  • Valid Driver’s License

Technician Sr –

  • Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/ Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields, with a minimum of 4 years of related utility industry work experience,

  • Or High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of 6 years of related utility industry work experience, including experience in work activities and projects requiring technical engineering knowledge. 

  • Valid Driver’s license

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands -Varies by location or territory.  In some locations or territories, technicians must be able to:

  • Walk right ways of various terrain in adverse conditions to patrol distribution power lines to determine damage.  

  • Carry and handle telescopic measuring sticks and switching sticks that weigh 11 pounds. 

  • May be required to use a brush axe (approx. 6 pounds) or machete (approx. 2 pounds) to clear brush for walking and staking in survey work.  
     

COMPENSATION

SG 05: Technician: $63,496-$79,369

SG 06: Technician Sr: $74,551-$93,189
 

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:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$30.53 - $44.80

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: L – Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 12 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 5-6 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) When it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg c ontrols; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of mate

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