Electric Line Mechanic: Power, Repair & Live-Line Tech

AEP

Hazard (KY)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 81,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

AEP in Hazard, KY is seeking a Line Mechanic C-A to perform installation, maintenance, and testing of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities. You will operate line trucks and equipment within safety guidelines, with opportunities for progression from Line Mechanic C to higher classifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class A CDL, and experience in distribution electrical line work.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Line Mechanic C: minimum one year of distribution electrical power line work experience.
Line Mechanic B: minimum two years of line work as Line Mechanic C or equivalent.
Line Mechanic A: apprentice lineman training or four years line work experience with journeyman pre-assessment.
Valid Class A CDL is required.
Must be able to advance through qualifications within company timelines.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and remove overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities and equipment.
Work on energized and de-energized conductors, cables, transformers, and switches per safety procedures.
Test, de-energize, ground, splice, terminate, and energize URD cables and equipment.
Install and operate cutouts, line switches, regulators, capacitor banks, and street lighting systems.
Perform switching activities and follow tagging and clearance procedures.
Maintain records and assist in apprenticeship documentation.