Line Mechanic C – Electric Power Distribution

Ohio Power Company; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Power Company in Lima, OH is seeking a Line Mechanic C to install, maintain, and inspect electrical transmission and distribution facilities, including overhead and underground lines. The role progresses from basic supervision to more advanced electrical tasks as experience grows, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant line work experience, plus a valid Class A CDL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience or related line experience.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Completion of apprentice lineman training with B-200 certification or journeyman pre-assessment for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect overhead and underground facilities.
• Test, de-energize and ground URD cables; splice, terminate and energize URD cables and equipment.
• Progress from direct to immediate supervision within the first year as skill level dictates.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist and complete monthly apprentice cards.
• Build equipment mountings and overhead transformer installations; perform switching of energized circuits.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ohio Power Company in Lima, OH is seeking a Line Mechanic C to install, maintain, and inspect electrical transmission and distribution facilities, including overhead and underground lines. The role progresses from basic supervision to more advanced electrical tasks as experience grows, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant line work experience, plus a valid Class A CDL.