Lineman Journeyman

Job Posting End Date07-04-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end dateJob SummaryBuilds, repairs and maintains electrical transmission and distribution overhead and underground systems, requiring use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories. Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.Job DescriptionJob Posting End Date07-14-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date*** Must reside within 35-mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location. ***What You'll Do:Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.Climbs poles or rides in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles.Installs and repairs underground facilities such as cables, transformers, potheads and pedestals.Installs pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators, using hand tools and mechanical devices.Covers energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service.Uses insulated poles (hot sticks) fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools and/or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work.May service streetlight systems. May patrol power lines.Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.What You Will Get For A Lineman Journeyman:$56.36MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education: High School Diploma or GED.Experience: 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.Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver's license.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must have the ability to climb and work at heights.Must have the ability to communicate with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.Must pass the AEP Pre-Assessment Evaluation.Must acquire with such time determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher line of progression or vacate the current job classifications.Work Hours / Travel Requirements: 40 hours per week with overtime and travel as required.Must be available for overtime callout including weekends and holidays.This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out-of-town travel, may also be required.Where You Will Work:Bartlesville, OKCompensation DataCompensation Grade:U070-863Compensation Range:$56.36 - $56.36The 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.Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr