Planner Senior / Planner Principal

Job Posting End Date

05-15-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

To develop detailed work plans and outage plans. Develop plans by establishing measurable goals, objectives and requirements relative to specific area of responsibility. Establishes critical path plan, outage plans and matches labor expertise to specific jobs to improve the operating and maintenance outage efficiency of the plant or equipment assets. Assist in the development of long and short range plans for maintenance, capital, and staffing. Be proficient in the use of the work management systems and in the development of detailed work plans and outage plans. Perform planning functions required in outage / projects and other assignments in a safe, healthy, efficient and economic manner. Have the ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to department processes. Coordinate proper resources to the areas of the plant to optimize commercial availability.

Job Description

We are considering candidates at two grades for this position. Candidates will be considered and selected at the highest grade for which they qualify.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare cost estimates for projects and equipment outages. Assist in developing plans to improve operating and maintenance outage efficiency.
• Coordinate the development of input necessary to establish projected cost and duration.
• Plan all work activities in accordance with the policies, practices, standards and rules of the company.
• Coordinate plans with other pertinent personnel to identify needed estimates. Participates in company meetings covering outage / project schedule, safety issues and operations and maintenance of equipment related to work assignments.
• Review work orders for accuracy.
• Prepare detailed plans for project, outage and maintenance work assignments.
• Understands the use of scheduling techniques for planning and update scheduling activities.
• Produce final outage plans on assigned outages / projects.
• Prepares and analyzes reports.
• Captures applicable lessons learned and best in fleet safety practices for future planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

Planner Senior (Grade 7):

• Education: Associate Degree in a technical related field with 5 years of experience in a maintenance work environment or 7 years of maintenance experience in lieu of the degree requirement.
• Work Experience: An additional 9 years of work-related experience in outage / project planning / project field work activities and / or plant operations; or equivalent education / work experience.

Planner Principal (Grade 8):

• Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in a technical related field or 7 years of maintenance related experience.
• Work Experience: An additional 12 years of work-related experience in outage / project planning, outage / project field work activities and / or plant operations; or equivalent education / work experience.

Other Must Haves:

• Physical demand level is Sedentary
• Must have the ability to read and understand technical documentation, write technical reports in a clear and concise manner, communicate both in writing and verbally with craft and management personnel, possesses organizational skills necessary to maintain files and documentation related to the position, and work in a team environment.

What You'll Get:

• Planner Senior (Grade 7): $86,783 - $108,480
• Planner Principal (Grade 8): $98,032 - $127,439

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.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$87,633.00 - $128,688.00

The 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 involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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