Line Mechanic D: Electric Transmission & Underground

American Electric Power; Charleston (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks qualified Line Mechanic candidates to support installation, maintenance and inspection of transmission and distribution facilities, both overhead and underground. The role advances through Line Mechanic classifications as experience and training are completed, with emphasis on safety and proper equipment operation.

Responsibilities include climbing, loading and unloading poles, operating equipment, and performing test and inspection tasks under supervision and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Line work experience or completion of line school education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly, installation, maintenance and inspection of overhead and underground facilities.
• Demonstrate ability to perform ground person duties as needed.
• Assist with loading, unloading and installing poles, towers and structures.
• Progress through classifications by gaining experience and training as outlined in the job progression plan.
• Operate and test equipment and perform safe, controlled switching as skill level dictates.

Skills

Pole climbing

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Ground work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Digger/derrick controls

Job description

American Electric Power seeks qualified Line Mechanic candidates to support installation, maintenance and inspection of transmission and distribution facilities, both overhead and underground. The role advances through Line Mechanic classifications as experience and training are completed, with emphasis on safety and proper equipment operation.

Responsibilities include climbing, loading and unloading poles, operating equipment, and performing test and inspection tasks under supervision and