Lineman 3rd year-Journeyman

American Electric Power; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks an apprentice lineman to build, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution lines. You will climb, install equipment, and work with high‑voltage systems while following strict safety protocols.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, B-200 certification with an 80% or higher written test score and hands-on demonstrations, plus a valid CDL A. Travel and overtime are expected as part of this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of apprentice lineman training with B-200 certification (written test 80%+ and hands-on demonstrations).
• External candidates need at least 4 years line work experience and journeyman pre-assessment completed.
• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Climb poles or ride in bucket to install/repair wires, arms, insulators, or hardware on poles.
• Install/repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
• Install pole hardware and equipment (transformers, arresters, switches, fuses, insulators).
• Work with insulated poles and rubber gloves to handle high-voltage lines safely.
• Possibly service streetlights and patrol power lines.

Skills

Lineman experience

CDL A

Climb safely

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

B-200 certification trained

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-20-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Builds, repairs and maintains electrical transmission and distribution overhead and underground systems, requiring use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories. Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions.

Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.

• Climbs poles or rides in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles.
• Installs and repairs underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
• Installs pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators, using hand tools and mechanical devices.
• Covers energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service.
• Uses insulated poles (hot sticks) fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools and/or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work.
• May service streetlight systems. May patrol power lines.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Successful completion of apprentice lineman training, including B-200 certification written test with a score of 80% or higher and successful completion of hands-on comprehensive demonstrations. External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver's license.

Must live within 35-mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the ability to climb and work at heights.

Must have the ability to communicate with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.

Must pass the AEP Pre-Assessment Evaluation.

Must acquire with such time determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher line of progression or vacate the current job classifications.

Work Hours / Travel Requirements: 40 hours per week with overtime and travel as required.

Must be available for overtime callout including weekends and holidays.

This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U070-908

Compensation Range:

$40.99 - $58.62

The 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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.