Line Mechanic D
Job Summary
Aid in the installation, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Operate line trucks and associated equipment. Duties apply to both overhead and underground equipment.
Job Description
Assist with the assembly, installation, maintenance, removal, and inspection of underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and other associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision.
Perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision as skill level dictates.
Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles, towers, and structures.
Operate Company equipment (excluding digger/derricks and aerial lift vehicles) after completing D-100 or equivalent experience, under immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
Operate digger/derrick and aerial devices after completing D-200 or equivalent experience, under immediate supervision of a higher classification.
Install and assemble line material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision.
Use and store hand lines, tie knots, and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment.
Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using proper tools, hardware, and equipment (including crimping and compression tools).
Operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices under direct supervision after completing D-200 or equivalent experience.
Test de-energized overhead lines and equipment, install, and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision.
Inspect and maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion.
Identify, inspect, use, and maintain all classes of rubber gloves and sleeves (PIPE), and insulating blankets, hoses, and covers (IPE).
Inspect, maintain, organize, operate, and stock company vehicles, equipment, and tools.
Perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as training is completed.
Protect or control work area. Set and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones, and associated equipment.
Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required.
Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters.
Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Experience: No experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Must acquire CDL beginners permit within 60 days. 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.
Physical Abilities Assessment: Required for this position.
Drive Time Requirement
Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the Van Wert Service Center (690 North Cherry St. Van Wert, Ohio 45891).
What You'll Get
Compensation: $28.31 - $29.76 per hour.
Benefits: Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports and enhances the overall well-being of employees.
Physical Demands
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AEP is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruiting, hiring, upgrading, promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company-sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs, and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.