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Line Mechanic D-A
American Electric Power
Perform installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities, both overhead and underground. Drive and operate line trucks and associated equipment.
18d ago
$2,721 - $2,791
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Lynchburg, VA
Field
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electric power generation
Electric transmission
Electric distribution
Site selection
Economic development
Grid reliability
Transmission upgrades
Infrastructure investment
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Infrastructure
Commercial
Residential
Renewable Energy
Solar
Wind
Grid Solutions
Role
What you would be doing
transformer installation
switching devices
safety meetings
equipment maintenance
line inspections
fault correction
- Identify, inspect, use and maintain all classes of rubber gloves and sleeves(PIPE), and insulating blankets, hoses and covers(IPE).Inspect, maintain, organize, operate and stock company vehicles, equipment and tools.
- Direct crew when assigned. Obtain, issue, accept and release transmission and distribution clearances or permits in accordance with established switching and tagging procedures.
- Install and maintain multiple street light circuits.
- Install three-phase transformer banks on poles, aerial or ground-mounted platforms.
- After completion of C-300, or equivalent experience, may cover up, transfer or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
- DIRECT SUPERVISION – When a qualified person is working with hands-on with the person performing the designated task.
- DIRECT SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is working with/hands-on with the person performing the designated task.
- Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings.
- Install, maintain and switch underground residential distribution and commercial facilities.
- After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, may cover up stationary tied in (cannot transfer) primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
- Perform inspection and trouble-shooting of lines.
- Install and operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers and other sectionalizing devices; re-fuse line and transformer devices; test de-energized line or equipment, and place or remove grounds.
- Select proper standard drawings and interpret specifications and proceed with all new construction work and live line work without supervision.
- Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
- Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing and removing poles, towers and structures.
- Assemble and install Line Material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision.
- Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as training is completed5. Protect or control work area.
- During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
- Inspect and maintain tools, equipment and work area in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.
- The following reference is provided as a guideline for persons responsible for directing the duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel, to assist in the safety and development of employees, and is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions:
- 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.
- Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
- Locate and correct faults and hazardous conditions on lines and/or equipment.
- Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits
- Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using the proper tools, hardware and equipment (including crimping and compression tools).
- IMMEDIATE SUPERVISION – When a qualified person is near the structure/equipment and is in constant visual and/or verbal contact to the person performing the designated task.
- Perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
- Install three-phase regulator banks and energize or remove them from service. Install, maintain, operate and remove capacitor banks from service.
- Instruct customers regarding meter or service locations, and advise customers regarding service interruptions related to customers' electrical equipment.
- Also, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under direct supervision.
- Locate and correct trouble using cable locating and fault finding tools and equipment.
- Assemble, install, maintain, remove and competently inspect overhead, and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
- Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.
- Install and maintain transmission and distribution facilities and all types of line equipment on the most congested types of construction, energized or de-energized.
- After completion of C-400, or equivalent experience, perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first TWELVE MONTHS. (Wording from LMB description - During the first twelve months in this classification (LMB) assist with work on energized lines, cables and equipment.
- Operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers and other sectionalizing devices; re-fuse line and transformer devices; change line and transformer taps; phase out and/or parallel circuits.
- Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required.
- Direct the work of employees assigned to assist. Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform similar or less skilled work.
- During the first twelve months in this classification assist with work on energized lines, cables and equipment. During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates. Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.
- Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.
- Also, under immediate supervision of a higher classification, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts.
- Connect, check phase rotation, parallel and check voltage on single and three-phase transformer installations.
- Set and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones and associated equipment.
- 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.
- Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations.
- Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review .The following reference is provided as a guideline for persons responsible for directing the duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel, to assist in the safety and development of employees, and is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions:
- Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.
- Install, maintain and switch residential and commercial underground distribution facilities. Locate and correct trouble using cable-locating and fault finding tools and equipment.
- IMMEDIATE SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is near the structure/equipment and is in constant visual and/or verbal contact to the person performing the designated task.
- Work with live line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine modifications of facilities.
What you bring
valid class a cdl
high school diploma
c-100
c-200
d-100
d-200
- Valid Class A CDL is required
- 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.
- Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters.
- High school diploma or GED
- GENERAL SUPERVISION – An employee of higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site.
- After completion of C-100, or equivalent experience, shall be competent to perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision. Assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
- After completion of C100, or equivalent experience, test, de-energize and ground URD cable, Splice and terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot, repair and energize URD cable and equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
- After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision. Use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.
- After twelve months in this classification, while performing work on energized lines and equipment, should progress from immediate supervision to general supervision as skill level dictates.
- After completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, operate digger/derrick and aerial devices, under immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
- Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.).
- 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.
- 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.
- Use and store hand lines, tie knots and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use.
- QUALIFIED PERSON - Line Mechanic or Supervisor who is knowledgeable of the task or work to be performed, and is capable of performing the appropriate emergency rescue.
- Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
- A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
- Demonstrate the ability to competently perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision as skill level dictates.
- 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/
- Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic B or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
- GENERAL SUPERVISION - An employee of higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic C or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company
- QUALIFIED PERSON – Line Mechanic or Supervisor who is knowledgeable of the task or work to be performed and is capable of performing the appropriate emergency rescue.
- The successful candidate must live (or be willing to relocate at their own expense) within 45 minutes safe driving distance of the Lynchburg Service Center or Lovingston Service Center **
- Perform similar or less skilled work.
- 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.
- 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.
- Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic C or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
- External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment.
- 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.
- No experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.
- Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic D or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
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Overview
- Powers millions across the United States with a vast electric transmission and distribution network.
- Has been a leader in the transformation of the energy sector for over a century.
- Focuses on reliable power generation, cutting-edge energy solutions, and a growing commitment to renewables.
- Operates one of the largest electricity transmission networks in the U.S., delivering energy to homes, businesses, and industries.
- Has a legacy of pioneering innovative technologies and projects to improve grid reliability and energy efficiency.
- Is expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects that are helping shape the future of energy.
- Undertakes large-scale projects such as major power plant construction, infrastructure upgrades, and renewable energy installations, supporting both industrial and residential clients.
- Is dedicated to sustainable energy and modernizing grid infrastructure, making it an influential player in the energy transition.
- Safety is a top priority in everything we do, ensuring the well-being of employees, customers, and communities.
- We operate with the highest standards of ethics and transparency in all our work.
- Our primary focus is on meeting and exceeding customer needs to help them achieve success.
- We commit to excellence across all business operations and customer experiences.
- We are dedicated to innovation, leveraging new technologies and ideas to enhance efficiency and solve challenges.
- Collaboration is key to our success, as we work together across teams to achieve common goals.
Net-zero by 2050
Ambitious climate target
The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
60% CO2 reduction
Emissions decrease since 2005
The company has achieved a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions since 2005, demonstrating significant progress in lowering its environmental footprint.
- Committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.
- Investing in renewable energy, including wind and solar, with plans to expand clean energy generation.
- Transitioning to cleaner energy sources and modernizing infrastructure to support sustainability.
30% of workforce are women
Representation of Women
Women account for 30% of the company's global workforce, reflecting a notable effort toward gender diversity.
38% of workforce are people of color
Representation of People of Color
People of color make up 38% of the company's workforce, highlighting efforts to promote racial diversity.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
- Goal to increase the representation of women and people of color in leadership roles.
- Ongoing investment in leadership development programs to promote diversity in leadership.
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