Line Servicer

About the Role

Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Provide first response to trouble calls; investigate, correct and clear trouble, and assist construction and repair crews as required. Duties apply to both overhead and underground facilities, with additional miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and take corrective action on trouble calls for all transmission and distribution circuits and equipment.
• Patrol and inspect lines; locate, clear, and repair faults on lines and equipment.
• Refuse line and transformer cutouts; repair and adjust street‑light control equipment.
• Install and remove transformers, meters, and services.
• Coordinate and conduct complex circuit switching and service restoration.
• Work with hot‑line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine maintenance.
• Interface independently with emergency forces (fire, police) to safely restore trouble calls.
• Communicate effectively with customers, formulate service plans, and inform them when issues are in their wiring or equipment.
• Investigate radio and TV interference.
• Install, remove, operate, and maintain residential, commercial, and industrial facilities (overhead and underground).
• Disconnect and connect meters; read in and read out meters.
• Operate line switches, replace fuses in stations, and request/accept line and station clearances.
• Perform similar or less‑skilled work as needed.
• Direct the work of assigned employees.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Line Mechanic A, Lineman A, or equivalent (or 480 tracked, verifiable hours stepped up to a Line Servicer role). Must have performed duties and possess qualifications of Lineman A, demonstrated through examination or performance appraisal.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL.
• Physical: Successful completion of a physical abilities assessment; heavy work requiring 50–100 lb force occasionally, 25–50 lb force frequently, or up to 10–20 lb constantly.
• Location: Must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, within 45 miles of the Grandview Service Center (1333 West Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215).

Benefits

AEP offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being, along with a mission‑driven culture focused on safety, reliability, and innovative energy solutions.

Pay

Line Servicer: $60.86 per hour (Compensation Grade U025‑510; range $60.86 – $60.86).

Schedule

Morning/Afternoon swing shift requiring holdovers.