Line Mechanic: Electric Power – Overhead/Underground

American Electric Power Co.; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Line Mechanic C in Corpus Christi, TX. The role involves installing, maintaining, and inspecting overhead and underground electrical facilities, with progression through line mechanic levels as skills develop.

The candidate must have a High School diploma or GED, at least one year of distribution line experience or equivalent training, and a valid Class A CDL. Regular overtime and on-call duties are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• Must reside within the service territory.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect overhead and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures and structures.
• Test, de-energize, ground URD cable, splice and terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot URD equipment.
• Perform work on energized conductors up to 260–600 volts under supervision as skill level dictates.
• Direct the work of assistants and complete Monthly Apprentice Cards for review by local supervision.

Skills

Line work experience

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Line Mechanic C in Corpus Christi, TX. The role involves installing, maintaining, and inspecting overhead and underground electrical facilities, with progression through line mechanic levels as skills develop.

The candidate must have a High School diploma or GED, at least one year of distribution line experience or equivalent training, and a valid Class A CDL. Regular overtime and on-call duties are expected.