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American Electric Power lists this Manufacturing Welder - Weekend Shift opportunity in south charleston, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Perform semi-skilled work in the inspecting, repairing, rebuilding, and assembly of equipment (critical / large power plant components such as turbine, fan, valve and pump) sent to Central Machine Shop and perform the same at other places of temporary assignment. This is an entry level job.
Perform manual metal arc, tungsten inert gas (Tig welding), gas metal arc, and oxyacetylene welding in all positions, including the safe operation of the submerged arc welding equipment.
QC, cleaning, disassembly and assembly.
Apply hard surfacing material such as stellite.
Assist in silver brazing work such as installing turbine bucket erosion shields.
Perform maintenance work on the Central Machine Shop building and equipment.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Work Experience requirement listed below: Must have at least 3 years experience where the incumbent worked successfully in the welding field and has a basic understanding of welding concepts.
As part of the selection process, candidates are required to complete an online pre-employment assessment and achieve a "recommended" result. Additional information and preparation resources can be found in the Employment Test Prep section of our website: Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do 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. Compensation Data
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