Line Mechanic: Overhead & Underground Transmission

AEP; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

On-call availability

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Three Rivers, MI is seeking a Line Mechanic C to join our distribution team. You will progress from C-100 to C-400 levels, inspect and maintain overhead and underground lines, and work under supervision with emphasis on safety.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, CDL Class A, and at least one year of line-work experience; overtime and on-call duties are expected. Competitive hourly pay reflects shift and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree or certified lineman training preferred.
• CDL Class A license required.
• Journeyman/lineman prerequisites may apply.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove, and inspect overhead and underground facilities.
• Test, de-energize, and ground URD cables; troubleshoot equipment.
• Work on conductors up to 600 volts under supervision.
• Build and move equipment and supervise apprentices.
• Ensure safety and proper switching procedures on energized circuits.

Skills

High school diploma

Electrical power line work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electrical power line

B-200 certification

AP Lineman apprentice training

CDL Class A

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Ground megger

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) in Three Rivers, MI is seeking a Line Mechanic C to join our distribution team. You will progress from C-100 to C-400 levels, inspect and maintain overhead and underground lines, and work under supervision with emphasis on safety.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, CDL Class A, and at least one year of line-work experience; overtime and on-call duties are expected. Competitive hourly pay reflects shift and responsibilities.