Line Mechanic D-A

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    "startDate": "2026-05-27",
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    "jobDescription": "<p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Job Posting End Date</b></p>06-04-2026<p style=\"text-align:left\">Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date</p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Job Summary </b></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p>Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities.  All items apply to overhead and underground, as applicable.  Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below. The Line Mechanic A builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic B (or equivalent).<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>This position is posted in a range from Line Mechanic D-A</b></p><p></p><p>This job requires &#34;recommended&#34; results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout—an untimed online assessment that typically takes about 45 minutes; all applicants will be automatically invited, but employees already in the Line progression are exempt and may disregard the request; see the Employment Test Prep section at <a href=\"https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/</a> for details.</p><p></p><p><b>*The selected candidate will need to reside within 45 mins of the Wytheville Service Center (200</b> <b>Appalachian Dr. Wytheville, VA 24382)</b></p><p></p><p><b>Line Mechanic D: </b></p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p><p>1. 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.</p><p>Demonstrate the ability to competently perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision as skill level dictates.</p><p>Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing and removing poles, towers and structures.</p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>Also, under immediate supervision of a higher classification, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts.</p><p>2. Assemble and install Line Material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision Use and store hand lines, tie knots and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use.</p><p>Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using the proper tools, hardware and equipment (including crimping and compression tools).</p><p>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. </p><p>During this time frame, the employee may progress from direct supervision to immediate and finally general supervision as skill level dictates.</p><p>After completion of D-300, or equivalent experience, test de-energized  overhead  lines and equipment install and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision.</p><p>3. 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).Inspect, maintain, organize, operate and stock company vehicles, equipment and tools. Perform housekeeping duties as assigned. Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.</p><p>4. Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as  training is completed5. Protect or control work area. Set  and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones and associated equipment.</p><p>6. Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required. Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters. Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.</p><p>7. Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned. 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:</p><p>DIRECT SUPERVISION – When a qualified person is working with hands-on with the person performing the designated task.</p><p>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.</p><p>GENERAL SUPERVISION – An employee of  higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site.</p><p>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.</p><p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p><p><br />Education:   High school diploma or GED</p><p><br />Experience:  No experience required.  Line work experience or line school education is preferred.</p><p><br />Licenses/Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver&#39;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.</p><p><br />OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p><p><br />1) 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.  </p><p><br />2) 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.  </p><p><br /> </p><p></p><p><b>Line Mechanic C</b></p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p><p>1. 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates. </p><p>Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.).</p><p>2. Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations. </p><p>3. Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits</p><p>4. Perform inspection and trouble-shooting of lines.</p><p>5. Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.</p><p>6. Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.</p><p>7. 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:</p><p>DIRECT SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is working with/hands-on with the person performing the designated task. </p><p>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. </p><p>GENERAL SUPERVISION - An employee of higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site. </p><p>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.</p><p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>Education:   High school diploma or GED</p><p>Experience:  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.</p><p>Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required</p><p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>1) 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.</p><p>2) 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.  </p><p>3) 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.  </p><p>4)  A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.</p><p></p><p><b>Line Mechanic B</b></p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p><p>1. Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.</p><p>a. 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.</p><p>b. 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.</p><p>c. 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.</p><p>d. Install, maintain and switch residential and commercial underground distribution facilities. Locate and correct trouble using cable-locating and fault finding tools and equipment.</p><p>e. Install and maintain multiple street light circuits.</p><p>f. Install three-phase transformer banks on poles, aerial or ground-mounted platforms.</p><p>g. Install three-phase regulator banks and energize or remove them from service, Install, maintain, operate and remove capacitor banks from service.</p><p>2. Connect, check phase rotation, parallel and check voltage on single and three-phase transformer installations.</p><p>3. Locate and correct faults and hazardous conditions on lines and/or equipment.</p><p>4. Perform similar or less skilled work.</p><p>5. Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings.</p><p>6. Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.</p><p>7. 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:</p><p>DIRECT SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is working with/hands-on with the person performing the designated task.</p><p>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.</p><p>GENERAL SUPERVISION - An employee of higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site.</p><p>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.</p><p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>Education: High school diploma or GED</p><p>Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Line Mechanic C or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company</p><p>Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required</p><p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.</p><p>1) 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.</p><p>2) 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.</p><p>3) 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.</p><p>4) A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.</p><p><br /><br /><b>Line Mechanic A </b></p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p><p></p><p>Install and maintain transmission and distribution facilities and all types of line equipment on the most congested types of construction, energized or de-energized.</p><p></p><p>Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>Select proper standard drawings and interpret specifications and proceed with all new construction work and live line work without supervision.</p><p></p><p>Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.</p><p></p><p>Work with live line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine modifications of facilities.</p><p></p><p>Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.</p><p></p><p>Install, maintain and switch underground residential distribution and commercial facilities.</p><p></p><p>Locate and correct trouble using cable locating and fault finding tools and equipment.</p><p></p><p>Direct crew when assigned. Obtain, issue, accept and release transmission and distribution clearances or permits in accordance with established switching and tagging procedures.</p><p></p><p>Instruct customers regarding meter or service locations, and advise customers regarding service interruptions related to customers&#39; electrical equipment.</p><p></p><p>Direct the work of employees assigned to assist. Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform similar or less skilled work.</p><p></p><p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p><p></p><p>Education: High school diploma or GED</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p> Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required</p><p></p><p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p><p></p><p>1) 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. </p><p></p><p>2)  A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.</p><p></p><p>Salary Range: $28.31 -58.62 per hour</p><p></p><p><b>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.</b></p><p><b>Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do 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&#39;re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.</b></p><p><b>#APCO</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Compensation Data</b></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Compensation Grade:</b></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p>N004-180<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Compensation Range:</b></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p>$28.31 - $58.62<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><span>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.</span></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Hear about it first!</b>   Get job alerts by email.  Log in to your Candidate Home Account today!  If you don&#39;t have an account, you can create one.  </p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p>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.",
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