Line Mechanic: Electric Distribution & Restoration

American Electric Power; Logan (WV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Huntington/Logan, WV seeks a Line Mechanic in a progression from D to A to install, maintain, and restore electric distribution facilities. The role requires readiness for the HireVue assessment, CDL licensing, and residency within 45 minutes of the service centers.

You will build, inspect, and repair lines, perform switching and grounding, operate trucks and aerial devices, and ensure safe, reliable service while progressing through training milestones.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited electrical lineworker program or line school is preferred for entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited electrical lineworker program/line school

Job description

American Electric Power in Huntington/Logan, WV seeks a Line Mechanic in a progression from D to A to install, maintain, and restore electric distribution facilities. The role requires readiness for the HireVue assessment, CDL licensing, and residency within 45 minutes of the service centers.

You will build, inspect, and repair lines, perform switching and grounding, operate trucks and aerial devices, and ensure safe, reliable service while progressing through training milestones.