Line Mechanic Intern: Hands-On Electric Power Training

American Electric Power; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking an intern to assist with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance and inspection of electrical distribution facilities. You will gain hands-on experience with overhead and underground systems under supervision.

Responsibilities include learning safety rules, participating in JSA, observing installations, and assisting with splicing, rigging, and tool use. AEP emphasizes safety and customer service while offering internship opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with power line related training.
• Enrollment in a power line certificate program (≥16 weeks internship) or power line degree program with internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, operation, and inspection of distribution facilities.
• Learn safety rules and participate in safety tailboards and JSA sessions.
• Observe and assist with aerial and underground work under supervision.
• Read simple prints and specifications and perform related tasks as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Overtime

Education

HS diploma or GED

Power line certificate (≥16 weeks internship)

Power line degree (≥16 weeks internship)

Tools

CDL permit

CDL-A eligibility

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking an intern to assist with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance and inspection of electrical distribution facilities. You will gain hands-on experience with overhead and underground systems under supervision.

Responsibilities include learning safety rules, participating in JSA, observing installations, and assisting with splicing, rigging, and tool use. AEP emphasizes safety and customer service while offering internship opportunities.