Electrical Line Servicer – Troubleshooting Lineman, CDL A

American Electric Power; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Benton Harbor, MI seeks a Line Servicer to perform installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. You will respond to trouble calls, coordinate repairs, and work with crews on overhead and underground lines, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

The role requires a Class A CDL, at least two years as Line Mechanic A or Lineman A, and a physical abilities assessment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic A, Lineman A or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• A physical abilities assessment is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and take corrective action with respect to trouble calls on all types of transmission and distribution circuits and equipment.
• Investigate trouble calls; patrol and inspect lines; locate, clear and repair faults on lines and equipment.
• Coordinate and/or conduct complex circuit switching and restoration of service resulting from trouble calls.
• Work with hot line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine maintenance of facilities.
• Independently interface with emergency forces, such as fire and police departments, to accomplish safe trouble call restoration.
• Communicate effectively with customers and formulate a plan designed to serve their needs as well as the Company’s in resolving trouble calls.
• Install, remove, operate and maintain residential, commercial and industrial facilities, both overhead and underground.
• Disconnect and connect meters; read in and read out meters.
• Operate line switches; operate switches and replace fuses in stations; request, make and accept line and station clearances.
• Perform similar or less skilled work.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

American Electric Power in Benton Harbor, MI seeks a Line Servicer to perform installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. You will respond to trouble calls, coordinate repairs, and work with crews on overhead and underground lines, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

The role requires a Class A CDL, at least two years as Line Mechanic A or Lineman A, and a physical abilities assessment.