Working Foreman Line

American Electric Power; Center (AL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a skilled distribution line technician to direct construction, maintenance, operations and retirement of the distribution system. You will oversee tasks, ensure safety, and collaborate with crews to complete assignments efficiently.

Requirements include a High school diploma or GED, four years of distribution line experience, and certification as a Lineman Journeyman or General Servicer, plus a valid CDL A license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lineman Journeyman certification or General Servicer qualification required.
• CDL A license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign line technician work tasks to ensure safe, timely completion.
• Practice and enforce safe work practices to meet goals.
• Respond quickly to service interruptions to minimize outage time.
• Promote customer needs and products during interactions; marketing is everyone's job.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and tools per guidelines.
• Promote organization products and services with customer interactions.
• Receive and return materials to ensure accurate material charges.
• Complete all required reports accurately and on time.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lineman Journeyman certification

CDL A license

Job description

Job Posting End Date

09-20-2026

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

Job Summary

Direct and assist in the construction, maintenance, operations and retirement of the distribution system. Utilize available personnel and equipment for the safe completion of assigned work tasks.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Plan and assign line technician work tasks to ensure a safe and timely completion of jobs.
• Practice and enforce safe work practices to meet targeted goals.
• Respond quickly to service interruptions to minimize outage time.
• Embrace a marketing attitude to ensure the customer's needs are considered in every aspect of the job.
• Ensure the proper use of equipment and tools within recommended company and manufacturer guidelines.
• Promote the products and services of the organization with every applicable customer interaction, bearing in mind that marketing is every employees' job.
• Responsible for receiving and returning materials assigned to jobs to ensure accuracy of material charges.
• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all necessary reports according to company requirements.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED.

Work Experience requirement listed below: Four years distribution line experience and qualified/certified as a Lineman Journeyman or General Servicer.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

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

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

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

Physically able to perform work on distribution systems.

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

Must be available for overtime callout including weekends and holidays.

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!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U070-842

Compensation Range:

$60.65 - $60.65

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.