Line Mechanic C-A

About the role

Perform work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. All job duties apply to overhead and underground equipment and facilities. The Line Mechanic C builds upon the skills, abilities, and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic D (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove, and competently inspect overhead and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures, and other associated equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-100 (or equivalent experience): competently perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision; assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
• After completion of C-100 (or equivalent experience): test, de-energize, and ground URD cable; splice and terminate URD cable; troubleshoot, repair, and energize URD cable and equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-200 (or equivalent experience): capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision; use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers, and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.
• After completion of C-200 (or equivalent experience): may cover up stationary tied-in (cannot transfer) primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-300 (or equivalent experience): may cover up, transfer, or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-400 (or equivalent experience): perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first twelve months (assist with work on energized lines, cables, and equipment; progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates; capable of replacing fuses and operating switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision).
• Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations.
• Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits.
• Perform inspection and troubleshooting of lines.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
• Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.

Requirements

Line Mechanic C

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one-year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, OR an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
• Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic D (or equivalent) and shall qualify through demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Line Mechanic A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current job classification.
• A physical abilities assessment is required.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL required.

Line Mechanic B (progression)

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic C or equivalent experience as determined by the Company.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL required.

Line Mechanic A (progression)

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Successful completion of apprentice lineman training, including B-200 certification written test with a score of 80% or higher and successful completion of hands-on comprehensive demonstrations. External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL required.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the South Point Service Center (409 Technology Drive, South Point, Ohio 45680).

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of employees.

Compensation

Compensation Grade: U025-150

Compensation Range: $31.33 – $58.62 per hour

Physical Demands

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. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.