Lineman II: Journeyman Track

AEP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in the United States seeks an experienced line technician to build, repair and maintain transmission and distribution systems, including overhead and underground work. You will open and close switches, install grounding devices and work with energized conductors following safety protocols.

You will climb poles or ride in a bucket to install or repair wires and hardware, and work on underground facilities such as cables, transformers, potheads and pedestals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate degree or certificate from electrical power line school with internship.
• Additional training in electrical safety is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.
• Climb poles and ride in bucket to install or repair wires and hardware on poles.
• Install and repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
• Installs pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators.
• May cover energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling without interrupting service.
• Uses insulated poles (hot sticks) with grasping tools and rubber gloves for energized line work.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

Skills

Safety

Communication

Climb heights

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical power line school associate degree

Job description

American Electric Power in the United States seeks an experienced line technician to build, repair and maintain transmission and distribution systems, including overhead and underground work. You will open and close switches, install grounding devices and work with energized conductors following safety protocols.

You will climb poles or ride in a bucket to install or repair wires and hardware, and work on underground facilities such as cables, transformers, potheads and pedestals.