Lineman Journeyman: High-Voltage Power Line Tech

American Electric Power; Okmulgee (OK); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Oklahoma is seeking a field-ready lineworker to build, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution lines both overhead and underground. The role involves working near energized conductors with focus on safety and grounding while performing switching and grounding tasks.

Responsibilities include pole climbing, installing underground components, and servicing streetlights. Candidates should have relevant experience or schooling with a valid CDL A license and be

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, or equivalent line experience including schooling and internship.
• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• 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) with grasping and crimping tools or rubber gloves and sleeves for energized line work.
• May service streetlight systems or patrol power lines.
• Performs related or less skilled work as assigned.

Skills

Climb heights

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

American Electric Power in Oklahoma is seeking a field-ready lineworker to build, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution lines both overhead and underground. The role involves working near energized conductors with focus on safety and grounding while performing switching and grounding tasks.

Responsibilities include pole climbing, installing underground components, and servicing streetlights. Candidates should have relevant experience or schooling with a valid CDL A license and be