Emergency Electric Lineman – Troubleman A (On-Call)

American Electric Power Co.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. in Shreveport, LA seeks a Troubleman A to service and troubleshoot electrical facilities, restore service after outages, and support construction and repair crews during regular and after-hours.

Position requires a high school diploma, at least 2 years as Lineman A, and a valid Class A CDL. The role involves on-call shifts, overtime, travel as needed, and working with line switches and transformers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Lineman A or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Ability to work overtime and be on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform circuit and substation switching and restoration after trouble calls.
• Inspect lines, locate faults, and repair faults on lines and equipment; manage transformers and meters as needed.
• Interface with emergency services to ensure safe trouble call restoration.
• Work with hot line equipment on energized circuits for repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Lineman A experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

American Electric Power Co. in Shreveport, LA seeks a Troubleman A to service and troubleshoot electrical facilities, restore service after outages, and support construction and repair crews during regular and after-hours.

Position requires a high school diploma, at least 2 years as Lineman A, and a valid Class A CDL. The role involves on-call shifts, overtime, travel as needed, and working with line switches and transformers.