Dist Line Crew Supv NE

About the role

The position involves supervising a line crew and performing the duties of a Line Mechanic A. Key responsibilities include overseeing construction, maintenance, and operation of distribution lines, managing service restoration, and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and responsibly direct a line crew in the safe construction, maintenance, operation, and retirement of distribution lines.
• Administer procedures for service restoration of overhead and underground facilities, and all related electrical equipment using approved methods and procedures.
• Perform the duties of a Line Mechanic A as needed.
• Assume responsibility for care and safe use of tools and equipment.
• Direct or perform switching operations; request, make, and accept line clearances.
• Make recommendations for performance evaluations, promotions, demotions, transfers, discipline, leaves of absence, hiring, and dismissal of assigned personnel.
• Mentor and develop line mechanics.
• Understand and apply the provisions of the Management Information and Policy Manual and any applicable labor agreement.
• Carry out, within the assigned area of responsibility, the Company's program of Equal Employment Opportunity, including its affirmative action obligations.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years as qualified as a Line Mechanic A.
• Leadership experience (leading crews/projects/initiatives) preferred.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• A good working knowledge of procedures, practices, methods, standards, codes, and theory relating to the assigned facilities and work.
• A thorough working knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair procedures of distribution lines and electrical equipment.
• Thoroughly familiar with the Company safety rules and practices and proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid as presented in the Company Safety Manual.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise employees, interpret and transmit orders, and give instructions in a manner which obtains effective work results.
• Ability to deal with employees, customers, and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Physical demand level: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with the Company safety rules and practices and be proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid as presented in the Company Safety Manual.
• Must demonstrate the ability to supervise employees, interpret and transmit orders, and give instructions in a manner which obtains effective work results.
• Must be able to deal with employees, customers, and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Must be physically capable of performing heavy work as described above.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in interpreting prints and manufacturer's drawings.
• Familiarity with distribution line and electrical equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices.

Benefits

AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive compensation.
• Company-sponsored training programs.
• Educational assistance.
• Social and recreational programs.
• Accident Prevention and Safety and Health programs.
• Equal Employment Opportunity program.
• Corporate Compliance Policy.

Pay

$132,080 or $63.50 an hour.

Schedule

Details not specified.