Working Foreman Line

AEP; Tulsa, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Tulsa, OK is looking for a distribution line technician who can plan and assign work tasks, promote safe practices, respond quickly to outages, and support the maintenance, operation, and retirement of the distribution system.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, four years of distribution line experience, journeyman or general servicer certification, a valid CDL-A, and live within 35 miles of the service location; overtime and travel are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years distribution line experience and qualified/certified as a Lineman Journeyman or General Servicer.
• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver’s license.
• Must live within 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location.
• Physically able to perform work on distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL A

Job description

Job Summary

Job Posting End Date 09-20-2026. Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

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.

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 we're looking for

• Education requirements: High school diploma or GED.
• Work Experience requirement: four years distribution line experience and qualified/certified as a Lineman Journeyman or General Servicer.
• Required License(s)/Certification(s): A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.
• Required License(s)/Certification(s): Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver's license.
• Other Requirements: Must live within 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles of 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.

Compensation

Compensation Grade: U070-842

Compensation Range: $60.65 - $60.65

Physical Demand Level

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.

Company Information

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! #AEP

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.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.