Peter Civitarese
About Peter Civitarese
Peter Civitarese serves as the Plant Manager for the Wilkes and Knox Lee Power Stations at American Electric Power, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in energy production, having previously worked in various roles at American Electric Power and Conectiv over a span of more than two decades.
Current Role at American Electric Power
Peter Civitarese serves as the Plant Manager for the Wilkes and Knox Lee Power Stations at American Electric Power. He has held this position since 2019, overseeing operations in Avinger, Texas. His responsibilities include managing plant performance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and optimizing energy production processes.
Previous Experience in Energy Production
Prior to his current role, Civitarese accumulated extensive experience in energy production at American Electric Power. He worked as an Energy Production Supervisor I from 2008 to 2010, followed by a position as Energy Production Superintendent II from 2010 to 2019 at the Oklaunion Power Station in Vernon, Texas. Additionally, he served as a Start Up and Commissioning Manager and an IGCC Team Leader, contributing to various projects within the organization.
Experience at Conectiv
Before joining American Electric Power, Civitarese worked at Conectiv as an Energy Production Supervisor from 1999 to 2006. During his seven years there, he developed skills in managing energy production operations and team leadership.
Educational Background
Civitarese studied at Delaware Technical College from 1992 to 1993, focusing on technical education. He also attended Columbus State Community College from 2009 to 2010, where he achieved a degree in Business. This educational background supports his roles in management and operations within the energy sector.