Transmission Line Technician – Field & Travel

American Electric Power; Kenova (WV); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Transmission Line Mechanic D to support installation, maintenance, operation, and inspection of transmission and distribution facilities in the Kenova, WV area. The role requires lifting heavy equipment, climbing poles, and working with live line tools under direct or indirect supervision according to safety standards.

The position entails overtime, travel, and the goal of advancing to higher classifications.

Qualifications

• Education requirements are listed below.
• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in accordance with safety rules and report unsafe conditions.
• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors and equipment on overhead facilities.
• Operate line trucks and related equipment.
• Climb poles/structures and work from bucket trucks or ladders as required during training and qualification.

Education

High school graduate or GED

Line school education

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Transmission Line Mechanic D to support installation, maintenance, operation, and inspection of transmission and distribution facilities in the Kenova, WV area. The role requires lifting heavy equipment, climbing poles, and working with live line tools under direct or indirect supervision according to safety standards.

The position entails overtime, travel, and the goal of advancing to higher classifications.