Line Mechanic-D-A

Overview

Entry-level line mechanic installing and maintaining electric utility infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• wire splicing
• line testing
• equipment installation
• vehicle maintenance
• record keeping
• device operation

Tasks

-Assist with the assembly, installation, maintenance, removal and competently inspect underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision. -After completion of D-300, or equivalent experience, test de-energized overhead lines and equipment install and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision. -Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as training is completed. -Inspect, maintain, organize, operate and stock company vehicles, equipment and tools. Perform housekeeping duties as assigned. Report irregularities and abnormal conditions. -Inspect and maintain tools, equipment and work area in a safe, clean and orderly fashion. Identify, inspect, use and maintain all classes of rubber gloves and sleeves (PIPE), and insulating blankets, hoses and covers (IPE). -Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required. -Also, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under direct supervision. After completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, operate digger/derrick and aerial devices, under immediate supervision as skill level dictates. -Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing and removing poles, towers and structures. -Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using the proper tools, hardware and equipment (including crimping and compression tools). -After completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, under direct supervision, the employee may operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices, refuse line and transformer devices. -Protect or control work area. Set and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones and associated equipment. -Assemble and install Line Material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision. -Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review. -Also, under immediate supervision of a higher classification, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts.

Requirements

• class a
• d-100
• line exp
• b-200
• meter reading
• rope rigging

What You Bring

-Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned. -This job requires "recommended" test results from HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/ -After completion of D-100, or equivalent experience, the employee must demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment (with exception of digger/derricks and aerial lift vehicles), climb poles, ladders and structures, and work on de-energized conductors and equipment. -Successful candidate must live within a 45-minute safe driving distance of the Buchanan, MI Service Center located at 606 Red Bud Trail, Buchanan, MI 49107. -Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Line Mechanic A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. -Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one-year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience. -Demonstrate the ability to competently perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision as skill level dictates. -Successful completion of apprentice lineman training, including B-200 certification written test with a score of 80% or higher and successful completion of hands-on comprehensive demonstrations. External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment. -Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters. -Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Employee shall obtain appropriate licensing as required by federal and/or state law prior to the end of the designated probationary period. Must acquire CDL beginners permit within 60 days. -No experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred. -Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic C or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company. -Valid Class A CDL is required -High school diploma or GED. -Use and store hand lines, tie knots and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use. -Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current job classification.

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Benefits

-Employees currently in the Line line of progression will not be required to take the assessment and can disregard the request. -Competitive hourly rate aligned with industry standards -In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

About Indiana Michigan Power

-Operates diverse generation assets including nuclear, wind, hydro, solar, and coal plants. -Plans to add hundreds of megawatts of solar, wind, battery storage, and gas by 2027–2028. -Engaged in high-profile economic development, supporting major data center investments.

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