Environmental Technician Assc/ Technician

Job Posting End Date 04-11-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date Job Summary Under close supervision and oversight, the Environmental Technician Associate is responsible for the performance of environmental inspections, data management, and reporting requirements to comply with environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, and corporate environmental policies, standards, procedures and strategic environmental goals within their assigned region, plant and project scope. Responsibilities include performance of inspections, collection of data, and the development of reports to demonstrate compliance with applicable requirements at multiple AEP assets within the assigned region within regulatory time frames. The Environmental Technician is also responsible for informing appropriate AEP staff of issues identified during inspections that must be addressed through internal business processes. Job Description What You'll Do: NOTE: This is a field position reporting to Columbus, OH Or Zanesville OH location. One may have to work 4 days in the field and 1dayfrom home office or 5 half days in field and 5 half days at home office based on the business need. The Environmental Technician Associate should have at least an awareness of the inspection requirements related to some the following environmental programs: u2022 Coal Combustion Residual Surface Impoundments and Landfills, u2022 Aboveground and underground storage tanks, u2022 Transportation of hazardous materials, u2022 Solid and hazardous waste management, u2022 Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures, u2022 Wastewater, storm water, groundwater, and drinking water sampling, reporting and control, u2022 Oil and chemical spill response and management, u2022 Air emissions monitoring, control and reporting, u2022 Asbestos and PCB management, u2022 Pollution prevention, u2022 Environmental site assessments, and u2022 Emergency planning, and community right-to-know. Key competencies of this position are technical expertise, planning and organization ability, attention to detail, written and oral communication skills and initiative. Key Functions: + Perform environmental inspections under close supervision within the assigned region using AEP approved forms and methods within regulatory time frames. Communicate deviations appropriately. + Collect data as needed to support environmental compliance reporting using AEP approved methods. + Prepare and submit reports as assigned. + Promote and enforce (see something, say something, do something) safe work practices to safeguard employees, contractors, the general public, and Company facilities. + Provide support during environmental compliance reviews. + Effectively communicate environmental compliance issues to appropriate internal parties. + Maintain all environmental documents and records in accordance with environmental content management standards. + Since a considerable amount of time will be spend driving from one AEP asset to the other, safe driving techniques and practices are essential. What We're Looking For: Education Requirements: Environmental Tech Assoc (Grade 4) Experience: This position is considered entry level no experience is required, but preferred. Licenses/Certifications : Highly Preferred: Preference will be given to those with experience in Coal Combustion Residual Surface Impoundments and Landfills and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures. + Valid driveru2019s license + Physical demand is considered light duty. + Additional Requirements (Preferred Qualifications) + Must have at least an awareness level knowledge of the inspection requirements for programs listed in the job summary above. + Travel time is considered 90% within the assigned region and may include overnight stays on occasion. Environmental Tech (Grade 5) Basic Qualifications Experience: Minimum of three years of environmental experience with an associateu2019s degree. No experience required, but preferred, with a bacheloru2019s degree.. Licenses/Certifications: Valid driveru2019s license Physical demand is considered light duty. Additional Requirements (Preferred Qualifications) + These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, preferred education or certifications, pre-employment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc. + Must have working knowledge of, and adequate demonstrated competence in, the inspection requirements for programs listed in the job summary above. + Preference will be given to those with experience in Coal Combustion Residual Surface Impoundments and Landfills and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures. + Travel time is considered 90% within the assigned region and may include overnight stays on occasion. NOTE: Availability for weekend on call coverage to assist in managing environmental needs (on Rare occasions only) Where You'll Work: Dublin, Ohio (On-Site) or Columbus, Ohio (On-Site) What Youu2019ll Get: $54,063 - $74,078 / Annually In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. #LI-Onsite #AEPCareers At AEP, weu2019re more than just an energy company u2014 weu2019re 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: SP20-004 Compensation Range: $54,063.00 - $79,369.00 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: L u2013 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 materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible Hear about it first Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today If you don't have an account, you can create one. 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Created: 2026-04-01