Transmission Line Mechanic D

Transmission Line Mechanic D

Assist in the installation, maintenance, rearrangement, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions.

What You'll Do:

• Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures, and other associated equipment on overhead facilities.
• During the first six months in this classification, the employee must demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment, climb poles and structures, work from bucket trucks or on ladders and be at ease above the ground while performing the work.
• Supply employees working aloft the necessary tools and equipment required in the work.
• Assist in setting poles, including poles in energized areas where proper personnel protective procedures are used
• Cut, spray or stack trees and brush while performing transmission right-of-way control.
• Under direct supervision of a qualified person, assist in the use of live line tools, bare-hand techniques, rubber gloves and sleeves, and other accepted work methods to maintain transmission lines.
• Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.
• Operate line trucks of various types with derricks and earth-boring equipment.
• Operate truck-tractors, both single and tandem-axle, trailers, both regular and fifth wheel mounted, winches in handling poles and material, and transport employees and equipment to and from work locations.
• Identify all personal protective equipment and its purpose including rubber gloves, blankets, temporary grounds, live line tools, and construction and maintenance tools and equipment.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Maintain records and submit reports as required.
• Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
• Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
• Perform similar or less skilled work.

What We're Looking For:

• High school graduate or GED
• No previous work experience required.
• Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
• Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time.
• Physical demand level is Heavy and requirements details are listed below:
• Distance in feet to climb and work on a ladder/structure: 100 ft and higher
• 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.
• Must demonstrate the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Transmission Line Mechanic A) in this job family.
• 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.
• Employee shall obtain the appropriate valid commercial driver's license prior to the end of the designated probationary period. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
• Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
• Considerable travel and overtime may be required with this position.
• Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT)

Drive Time Requirement:

• Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes of the Kenova Crew Bldg. (2002 Pine Street Kenova, WV 25530)

What You'll Get:

Transmission Line Mechanic D: $28.31 - $29.76

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.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: U019-180

Compensation Range: $28.31 - $29.04

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.