Electric Power Service Mechanic C – Apprentice

American Electric Power; Weslaco (TX); Sur place; USD 47 000 - 79 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

American Electric Power invites applications for an apprentice Service Mechanic in Weslaco, TX, focusing on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of overhead and underground electrical facilities. You will assist with keeping lines energized safely and support crews in construction and repair tasks.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma, at least one year of distribution power line experience or equivalent training, and a valid Class A CDL. Reporting location is Weslaco, TX.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or General Equivalency Degree (GED).
• Minimum one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR equivalent line experience with an electrical power line school certificate plus internship or associate degree with internship.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.
• Successful candidate must reside within the service territory.
• Reporting location is Weslaco, TX.

Responsabilités

• Assist with maintenance and repair of overhead distribution/transmission lines, structures and equipment while following safety rules.
• Work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision; up to 600 volts under immediate supervision.
• Operate line devices under supervision as skill increases.
• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and equipment on overhead/underground facilities.
• Load, unload, handle, install, maintain and remove poles, towers and structures.
• Maintain records and submit reports as required.

Description du poste

American Electric Power invites applications for an apprentice Service Mechanic in Weslaco, TX, focusing on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of overhead and underground electrical facilities. You will assist with keeping lines energized safely and support crews in construction and repair tasks.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma, at least one year of distribution power line experience or equivalent training, and a valid Class A CDL. Reporting location is Weslaco, TX.