Full-Time

Transmission Line Technical Training Specialist

Posted on 11/23/2025

Deadline 11/28/25
American Electric Power

American Electric Power

10,001+ employees

Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity

Compensation Overview

$96.3k - $124.9k/yr

+ Compensation Range

Pickerington, OH, USA

In Person

Category
Training
Requirements
  • High School graduate/GED.
  • Twelve (12) years' technical work experience in related area OR Six (6) years' experience as a Training Specialist Senior.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Nine (9) years' technical work experience in related area OR Four (4) years' as a Training Specialist.
  • CDL may be required for some locations/positions.
  • Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related field preferred for Generation.
  • Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology or related field preferred for Transmission.
  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills required.
  • Thorough knowledge of assigned area’s technical work processes, procedures and safety standards.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft office suite software.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge of federal, state and AEP safety, health and environmental training requirements.
  • Travel required.
  • Exempt (unpaid) overtime required.
Responsibilities
  • Directs the development, communication and implementation of a learning strategy by conducting learning/training needs assessments. Forecast, plan and analyze for learning and training needs based on demographics and staffing changes. Consult with management and employees on learning and training priorities.
  • Oversees the scheduling and coordination of technical training. Communicate training calendar, courses and learning opportunities to management teams and employees.
  • Lead the teaching, instructing, facilitation and evaluation of learning and training activities including rules, knowledge, information, job skills, job/task demonstrations, and proctoring tests, assessments and evaluations.
  • Coordinates of the design and development of technical curriculums, courses and training resources including instructor-led and online course content, presentations, manuals, handouts, job aids, games, job task analysis documents, job performance measures, hands-on demonstrations and assessments/tests. Incorporate human performance concepts, safety, AEP/industry best practices and lessons learned into training.
  • Guides the research and selection of the appropriate training resources and tools. Negotiate and coordinate with vendors and OEMs as required.
  • Maintain collaborative working relationships with management team, employees, internal and external partners and vendors to develop and deliver training.
  • Oversees the administration and proper maintenance of electronic and physical training records/qualifications, reports, budgets, measurements and cost/value analyses for learning and training programs and activities. Use the AEP learning management system to index courses and to record training, certifications and seminars in accordance with AEP policies and procedures and government/state regulations.
  • Facilitate training projects, committees and meetings as assigned.
  • Technical Training Specialist Principal PG 8($128,951 - $144,160)
  • Education requirements:
  • High School graduate/GED.
  • Work Experience:
  • Twelve (12) years' technical work experience in related area OR Six (6) years' experience as a Training Specialist Senior.
  • Required License(s)/Certification(s):
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Technical Training Specialist Senior PG 7($123,090 - $125,034)
  • Education requirements:
  • High School graduate/GED.
  • Work Experience:
  • Nine (9) years' technical work experience in related area OR Four (4) years' as a Training Specialist.
  • Required License(s)/Certification(s):
  • Valid driver's license.
  • OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Physical demand level is Sedentary
  • Preferred Transmission Line experience and Class A CDL.
  • Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related field preferred for Generation.
  • Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology or related field preferred for Transmission.
  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills required.
  • Thorough knowledge of assigned area’s technical work processes, procedures and safety standards.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft office suite software.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge of federal, state and AEP safety, health and environmental training requirements.
  • Travel required.
  • Exempt (unpaid) overtime required.
  • Technical Training Staff PG 9($146,730 169,304)
  • Responsible for the development, communication, and implementation of a learning strategy by conducting learning/training needs assessments. Forecast, plan and analyze for learning and training needs based on demographics and staffing changes. Consult with management and employees on learning and training priorities.
  • Facilitate scheduling, coordination and improvement processes. Develop and Communicate training calendar, courses and learning opportunities to management teams and employees.
  • Teach, instruct, facilitate and evaluate learning and training activities including rules, knowledge, information, job skills, job/task demonstrations, and proctoring tests, assessments and evaluations.
  • Lead improvement teams and instructor development.
  • Coordinate the design and development of technical curriculums, courses and training resources including instructor-led and online course content, presentations, manuals, handouts, job aids, games, job task analysis documents, job performance measures, hands-on demonstrations and assessments/tests. Incorporate human performance concepts, safety, AEP/industry best practices and lessons learned into training.
  • Utilize industry best practices to lead the research of appropriate training resources and tools. Lead improvements and updates of training resources. Identify, negotiate, and coordinate with vendors as required.
  • Develop collaborative working relationships with internal management team and employees. Establish new relationships with external partners and vendors. Engage in external outreach including recruiting events and tours.
  • Develop and analyze metrics to measure success.
  • Apply expert proficiency to identify, analyze, design, and initiate solutions to highly complex problems requiring specialized knowledge and /or problem-solving techniques.
  • Identify industry needs and lead system wide teams and initiatives to deep dive into solutions. Actively engage with industry platforms to share information and gain insights. Serves as an industry expert in targeted areas.
  • Education:
  • High School graduate/GED.
  • Experience:
  • 12 years of related work experience with 5 years of leadership or training experience preferred.
  • Licenses/Certifications:
  • CDL may be required for some locations/positions.
  • OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
  • Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related field preferred for Generation.
  • Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology or related field preferred for Transmission.
  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills required.
  • Thorough knowledge of assigned area’s technical work processes, procedures and safety standards.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft office suite software.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge of federal, state and AEP safety, health and environmental training requirements.
  • Travel required.
  • Exempt (unpaid) overtime required.
Desired Qualifications
  • CDL may be required for some locations/positions.
  • Associate degree in Power Plant Technology or related field preferred for Generation.
  • Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology or related field preferred for Transmission.
  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills required.
  • Thorough knowledge of assigned area’s technical work processes, procedures and safety standards.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft office suite software.
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge of federal, state and AEP safety, health and environmental training requirements.
  • Travel required.
  • Exempt (unpaid) overtime required.
American Electric Power

American Electric Power

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American Electric Power (AEP) is a large U.S. electric utility that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to more than five million customers across 11 states. It uses a mix of power sources—coal, natural gas, nuclear, and growing renewable energy—to run a wide network of transmission lines that deliver electricity from plants to homes and businesses. Revenue comes mainly from selling electricity, with rates regulated by state and federal authorities. AEP’s scale, its extensive transmission grid, and its mix of regulated services distinguish it from smaller utilities and pure energy producers. The company aims to provide reliable electric service, manage energy costs, and pursue a gradual shift toward cleaner energy while complying with regulatory requirements.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Columbus, Ohio

Founded

1906

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AEP signed 7 gigawatts of new load agreements in Q1 2026.
  • Its five-year capital plan expanded to $78 billion.
  • DOE guaranteed $1.6 billion for 5,000 miles of transmission upgrades.

What critics are saying

  • Regulators can trim AEP's $78 billion capital plan.
  • A few hyperscale customers drive nearly all incremental load growth.
  • Equity issuance dilutes holders and increases financing dependence.

What makes American Electric Power unique

  • AEP serves nearly 5.6 million customers across 11 states.
  • It owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system.
  • Its regulated model combines generation, transmission, and distribution assets.

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