Line Servicer - IBEW 978 - Pikesville/Paintsville Line

AEP; Paintsville (KY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Paintsville, KY is seeking a Line Servicer to support installation, maintenance and repair of transmission and distribution facilities. The role covers overhead and underground lines and requires willingness to live within commuting distance.

You will respond to trouble calls, coordinate circuit switching, work with energized lines for emergencies, and communicate with customers to plan restorations. CDL Class A is required, high school diploma or GED, and 2 years line experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• 2+ years of work experience as Line Mechanic A or Lineman A (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and take corrective action on trouble calls for transmission and distribution circuits and equipment.
• Investigate trouble calls; patrol and inspect lines; locate, clear and repair faults on lines and equipment.
• Coordinate and/or conduct complex circuit switching and restoration of service after trouble calls.
• Work with energized lines for emergency repairs or routine maintenance of facilities.
• Interface with emergency forces and customers to plan safe trouble call restoration.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A

Job description

Line Servicer - IBEW 978 - Pikesville/Paintsville Line### Line Servicer - IBEW 978 - Pikesville/Paintsville LineApply: Paintsville, KY: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 13, 2026 (10 days left to apply): R20550**Job Posting End Date**11-13-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date**Job Summary**Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Provide first response to trouble calls; investigate, correct and clear trouble, and provide assistance to construction and repair crews, as required. All items apply to overhead and underground, as applicable. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below. The Line Servicer builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic A, Lineman A (or equivalent).**Job Description**\\*\\*The successful candidate must live (or be willing to relocate at their own expense) within 45 minutes safe driving distance of The Paintsville Office, 224 Third Street Paintsville, KY 41240\\*\\* **What You'll Do:*** Analyze and take corrective action with respect to trouble calls on all types of transmission and distribution circuits and equipment.* Investigate trouble calls; patrol and inspect lines; locate, clear and repair faults on lines and equipment. Refuse line and transformer cutouts; repair and adjust street light control equipment; install and remove transformers, meters and services.* Coordinate and/or conduct complex circuit switching and restoration of service resulting from trouble calls.* Work with hot line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine maintenance of facilities.* Independently interface with emergency forces, such as fire and police departments, to accomplish safe trouble call restoration.* Communicate effectively with customers and formulate a plan designed to serve their needs as well as the Company’s in resolving trouble calls. Inform customer if trouble is located in customer’s wiring or equipment; investigate radio and TV interference.* Install, remove, operate and maintain residential, commercial and industrial facilities, both overhead and underground.* Disconnect and connect meters; read in and read out meters.* Operate line switches; operate switches and replace fuses in stations; request, make and accept line and station clearances.* Perform similar or less skilled work.* Direct the work of employees assigned to assist. **What We're Looking For:**Education:* High school diploma or GED. Experience:* Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic A, Lineman A or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company or 480 tracked and verifiable hours stepped up to a Line Servicer role. Licenses/Certifications:* Valid Class A CDL is required. **Other Must Haves:*** Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Lineman A or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.* A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.* This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required. In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you! **Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**U093-010**Compensation Range:**$60.86 - $60.86The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.