Line Mechanic-D

AEP Texas Company, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Texas Company, Inc. is seeking a Line Mechanic Apprentice to assist in installing, rearranging, maintaining, operating, removing and inspecting overhead and underground facilities in the Corpus Christi area.

The role requires working with line trucks and related equipment under supervision. Successful candidates must reside within the service territory; education is a high school diploma or GED; no experience required though line work or school is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: No experience required; line work or line school preferred.
• Licenses: valid state driver's license; CDL beginners permit within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly, installation, maintenance, removal and inspection of underground facilities and conductors under supervision.
• Load, unload, handle, maintain, install and remove poles, towers and structures.
• After training, operate company equipment and perform pole/climb work per instructions.
• Splice primary and secondary overhead wires and use required tools and equipment.
• Inspect and maintain tools, equipment and work area; report irregularities.

Skills

Line work

Pole climbing

Rigging basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Assist in performing 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.

Job Description**Successful candidate must reside within the service territory**

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with the assembly, installation, maintenance, removal and competently inspect underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to competently perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing and removing poles, towers and structures.
• After completion of D-100, or equivalent experience, the employee must demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment (with exception of digger/derricks and aerial lift vehicles), climb poles, ladders and structures, and work on de-energized conductors and equipment.
• Also, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under direct supervision.
• After completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, operate digger/derrick and aerial devices, under immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
• Also, under immediate supervision of a higher classification, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts.
• Assemble and install Line Material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision.
• Use and store hand lines, tie knots and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use.
• Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using the proper tools, hardware and equipment (including crimping and compression tools).
• After completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, under direct supervision, the employee may operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices, refuse line and transformer devices.
• During this time frame, the employee may progress from direct supervision to immediate and finally general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of D-300, or equivalent experience, test de-energized overhead lines and equipment install and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision.
• Inspect and maintain tools, equipment and work area in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.
• Identify, inspect, use and maintain all classes of rubber gloves and sleeves(PIPE), and insulating blankets, hoses and covers(IPE).
• Inspect, maintain, organize, operate and stock company vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as training is completed5.
• Protect or control work area.
• Set and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones and associated equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required.
• Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters.
• Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

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: DIRECT SUPERVISION – When a qualified person is working with hands-on with the person performing the designated task. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISION – When a qualified person is near the structure/equipment and is in constant visual and/or verbal contact to the person performing the designated task. GENERAL SUPERVISION – An employee of higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site. QUALIFIED PERSON – Line Mechanic or Supervisor who is knowledgeable of the task or work to be performed and is capable of performing the appropriate emergency rescue.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: No experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Employee shall obtain appropriate licensing as required by federal and/or state law prior to the end of the designated probationary period. Must acquire CDL beginners permit within 60 days.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 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. This job requires "recommended" test results from HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/

What You'll Get:

Hourly Salary - $30.60/hr

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you! #AEPCareers #AEPTX

Compensation Data Compensation Grade: Compensation Range: $30.60 - $31.32

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

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