Line Mechanic-C-A

aep; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Abilene, TX is seeking a Line Mechanic C to install, maintain, and inspect overhead and underground electrical facilities, and operate line trucks and related gear. Progression from Line Mechanic D or equivalent with increasing responsibilities is expected.

candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, plus a valid Class A CDL and at least one year of distribution power line experience or equivalent training. Overtime, on-call work, and travel may be required in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
• Must have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic D or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Line Mechanic A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job classification.
• A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
• This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the service location.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect overhead and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures and other equipment under supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-100, shall be competent to perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision.
• Assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
• After completion of C100, test, de-energize and ground URD cable, splice and terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot, repair and energize URD cable and equipment under supervision.
• After completion of C-200, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision; use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers and testers.
• After completion of C-200, may cover up stationary tied-in primary conductors under direct supervision.
• After completion of C-300, may cover, transfer or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision.
• After completion of C-400, perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first twelve months within the LMB progression.
• Progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
• Replace fuses and operate switching devices energized at any voltage under general supervision.
• Build and erect equipment mountings and overhead transformer installations.
• Conduct proper tagging procedures while switching energized circuits.
• Inspect and troubleshoot lines and perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
• Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.

Skills

CDL Class A

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A license

Job description

Job Posting End Date 09-11-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Perform work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities, drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. All job duties apply to overhead and underground equipment and facilities. The Line Mechanic C builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic D (or equivalent).

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and competently inspect overhead, and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-100, or equivalent experience, shall be competent to perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision.
• Assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
• After completion of C100, or equivalent experience, test, de-energize and ground URD cable, Splice and terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot, repair and energize URD cable and equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision. Use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.
• After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, may cover up stationary tied in (cannot transfer) primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-300, or equivalent experience, may cover up, transfer or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C-400, or equivalent experience, perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first TWELVE MONTHS. (Wording from LMB description - During the first twelve months in this classification (LMB) assist with work on energized lines, cables and equipment.
• During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
• Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.
• Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations.
• Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits
• Perform inspection and trouble-shooting of lines.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
• Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.

The following reference is provided as a guideline for persons responsible for directing the duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel, to assist in the safety and development of employees, and is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions:

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
• Must have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic D or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Line Mechanic A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job classification.
• A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
• This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the service location.

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