Distribution System Inspector Sr.
American Electric PowerAbout the role
Job Posting End Date
08-07-2025Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Takes a lead role in overseeing work performed by contractor's on AEP electrical facilities. Provides leadership and support as needed within the Contract Coordination Group.Job Description
Please note this position is posted in a range from Inspector-Sr.
Compensation Range: $72,380-$85,081 annually
Distribution System Inspector
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1) Assist with job planning, safety, crew critique, or other tasks as needed.
2) Inspect and accept or reject contractor work for compliance to safety, design, construction standards, and construction quality.
3) Assure contracted construction projects flow smoothly.
4) Resolve customers' concerns associated with work performed by contractors.
5) Document construction events to protect AEP's interest from future claims.
6) Assure contractor invoices are accurate, complete, and reasonable.
7) Provide feedback concerning contractor performance to Contract Administration for use in future contracting activities.
8) Certify acceptability of contractors' work for invoice approval and payment.
9) Assume other duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED.
Work Experience requirement listed below: Thorough knowledge of distribution work processes, procedures and safety standards. Minimum two years experience as a Distribution System Inspector Assoc. or equivalent related experience.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving safety record.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical demand level is Sedentary. Typically second step of progression in job family or can be entry level based on previous experience/job classification.
Distribution System Inspector Sr.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1.) Provide leadership support to assist the Contract Coordination Supervisor with job coordination/planning, safety, crew critique, employee development, or other tasks as needed.
2.) Inspect and accept or reject contractor work for compliance to safety, design and construction standards and construction quality.
3.) Assure contracted construction projects flow smoothly.
4.) Resolve customer's concerns associated with work performed by contractors.
5.) Document construction events to protect AEP's interest from future claims.
6.) Assure contractor invoices are accurate, complete and reasonable.
7.) Provide feedback concerning contractor performance to Contract Administration for use in future contracting activities.
8.) Certify acceptability of contractor's work for invoice approval and payment.
9.) Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED plus a two year' technical degree or 5 yrs distribution construction experience preferred.
Work Experience requirement listed below: Thorough knowledge of distribution work processes, procedures and safety standards. Minimum two years' experience as a Distribution System Inspector or equivalent related experience.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving safety record
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical demand level is Sedentary
Top step of progression in job family, typically reserved for proven leaders who can multi-task and manage multiple duties and responsibilities.
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006Compensation Range:
$72,380.00-90,474.50 USDThe Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work
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