Reliability Technician

American Electric Power

. Install, commission, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electric distribution system equipment .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeChickasha • Oklahoma • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $31 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in installing, commissioning, and maintaining electric distribution systems, with a strong focus on troubleshooting and operational verification. Proficient in coordinating field activities and supporting distribution automation initiatives to enhance system reliability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electric Distribution System MaintenanceDistribution Automation ExperienceSCADA CommunicationsTroubleshooting Equipment MalfunctionsValid Drivers License

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Hard Skills

Commissioning Electric EquipmentTesting Distribution ReclosersTroubleshooting Voltage RegulatorsOperational VerificationEquipment InspectionsCorrective Action ImplementationField Activity CoordinationElectrical Testing EquipmentProtective RelayingDocumenting Maintenance Activities

Soft Skills

Independent WorkCommunication SkillsFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Telescopic Measuring SticksSwitching SticksBrush AxeMachete

Industry Keywords

Utility Industry ExperienceField EnvironmentsEmergency ResponseSystem Reliability InitiativesOperational Issues Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, commission, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electric distribution system equipment
Commission, test, troubleshoot, and maintain distribution reclosers, capacitor banks, voltage regulators, and associated controls
Diagnose equipment malfunctions and implement corrective actions in the field
Coordinate field activities with Dispatch, Distribution Operations, and local Service Departments
Support distribution automation and system reliability initiatives
Perform equipment inspections, testing, and operational verification
Document commissioning results, troubleshooting findings, and maintenance activities
Assist during outages, restoration efforts, and emergency response situations
Travel regularly to substations, distribution circuits, customer service territories, and other field locations
Maintain communication with System Operations/Dispatch, Distribution Operations, and local Service Departments
Analyze equipment performance, identify operational issues, and provide recommendations for corrective actions
Work with engineering, operations, and construction personnel to support system improvements and restoration activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience
High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related utility industry work experience as an alternative
Valid Drivers License
Ability to walk rights of way over various terrain in adverse conditions
Ability to carry and handle telescopic measuring sticks and switching sticks weighing 11 pounds
May be required to use a brush axe or machete to clear brush
Ability to work independently in field environments
Flexibility to travel as needed
Experience with distribution automation, protective relaying, SCADA communications, control systems, and electrical testing equipment is highly desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ overall well-being
Equal employment opportunity
Company-sponsored training programs
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs