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
This position is posted in a range from Line Mechanic D-A
This job requires "recommended" results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout-an untimed online assessment that typically takes about 45 minutes; all applicants will be automatically invited, but employees already in the Line progression are exempt and may disregard the request; see the Employment Test Prep section at https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/ for details.
- The selected candidate will need to reside within 45 mins of the Wayne Service Center (691 Craig Road, Wayne WV)
- This position is posted in a range from Line Mechanic D-A
What You’ll Do:
- Construct, install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and remove overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, poles, structures, and associated equipment.
- Perform line work on energized and de-energized electrical systems in accordance with classification level, training progression, and safety requirements.
- Assist with and perform switching operations, sectionalizing activities, grounding procedures, and restoration activities to ensure safe and reliable electric service.
- Operate and maintain company equipment including trucks, aerial devices, digger derricks, specialized line tools, and testing equipment.
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot underground residential distribution (URD) systems, commercial underground facilities, street lighting systems, transformers, regulator banks, capacitor banks, and related electrical equipment.
- Inspect, maintain, organize, and properly use personal protective equipment, rubber goods, tools, vehicles, and line equipment.
- Locate and correct electrical faults, hazardous conditions, and service interruptions using appropriate diagnostic and testing tools.
- Perform safe work practices including pole-top rescue, bucket-truck rescue, job site protection, switching/tagging procedures, and accident prevention activities.
- Direct and assist assigned employees as required while supporting employee training, development, and apprenticeship progression.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, apprenticeship documentation, and operational information.
- Communicate with customers regarding service interruptions, meter locations, and service requirements as appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, crews, and other company organizations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards.
- Perform similar or less-skilled duties and other responsibilities as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
- Education requirements are listed below:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an accredited electrical lineworker program or line school is preferred for entry-level candidates.
- Work Experience requirements are listed below:
- Line Mechanic D: No experience required. Utility line work experience or line school education preferred.
- Line Mechanic C: Minimum one year of distribution electrical power line work experience, or equivalent qualifying line school and internship combination.
- Line Mechanic B: Minimum two years of experience as a Line Mechanic C or equivalent experience as determined by the Company.
- Line Mechanic A: Successful completion of apprentice lineman training program and required certification milestones, or a minimum of four years of line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre‑assessment.
- Other:
- This position requires recommended results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout assessment. Employees currently in the line progression are exempt.
- Selected candidate must reside within 45 minutes of the Huntington Service Center (1122 Seventh Ave., Huntington, WV 25719).
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
- Line Mechanic D employees must obtain a CDL learner’s permit within 60 days and obtain required licensing within designated probationary periods.
- Valid Class A CDL is required for Line Mechanic C, B, and A classifications.
- Must have the ability and desire to successfully progress through the line of progression and acquire qualifications for higher classifications within company‑established timelines.
- Must qualify through demonstration, examination, performance appraisal, and training requirements as determined by the Company.
- Physical Abilities Assessment (PAT) is required for Line Mechanic C, B, and A classifications.
- Must be able to perform work at heights, climb poles and structures, operate aerial equipment, and work outdoors in varying weather con