Job Posting End Date
09-08-2025Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
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. 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: DIRECT SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is working with/hands-on with the person performing the designated task. 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. GENERAL SUPERVISION - An employee of equal or higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site. 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.Job Description
Please note this position is posted in the range of Transmission Line Mechanic D-A
Job Description*The selected candidate will need to reside within 45 mins of the Logan Service Center (96 Riverview Ave, Logan WV 25601)
Transmission Line Mechanic D:
1) Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
2) 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.
3) 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.
4) 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.
5) 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.
6) Maintain records and submit reports as required.
7) Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
8) Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
9) Perform similar or less skilled work.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED
Work Experience requirement listed below: 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
1. 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/ A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
2. 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.
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.
4. 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.
5. Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
6. Considerable travel and overtime may be required with this position.
7. Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
physical demands required for this job include but not limited to Minimum Requirement Line Mechanic Amount of Weight Lifted from Floor/Ground to Waist Level 75 Amount of Weight to be Carried for 20 Feet 60 Amount of Weight Lifted to Chest Level 50 Amount of Weight Lifted to Eye Level 30 Distance to Walk Accumulated over the Course of an 8-Hour Shift 2 Miles Distance in Feet to Climb and Work on a Ladder/Structure 100 and Higher Distance in Feet to Ascend to and Work in a Bucket/Lift 150 and Higher (Tested at 60’) Ability to Discriminate between Colors Yes (Not Tested)
Transmission Line Mechanic C:
1) Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions. Patrol transmission lines using maps and drawings. Use proper hand signals for line work as required Perform all right-of-way control procedures in use of transmission lines
2) Install, maintain and repair overhead lines.
Dig holes for poles, towers and anchors. Set poles, tower below-ground components, and guy anchorages. Replace or stub poles, dead or energized. Make up and install guys. Assemble tower components on the ground and in the air. Frame pole structures on the ground and in the air. Perform all right-of-way control procedures in use of transmission lines. Use proper methods to attach tools and materials to life ropes and cables, for installation or use in the air. Test and support poles before climbing as required. Operate miscellaneous transmission motor-driven tools. Select and apply proper knots. Perform rigging and tying off ropes. Use proper hand signals for line work as required.
3) 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.
Perform climbing maintenance on all transmission structures, except on cross-arms carrying energized conductors.
4) Make up conductor and shield wire splices, dead-ends and terminals.
Identify conductor types and sizes. Set up reels for conductor installation. Install conductors and shield wires
5) Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
6) Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
7) Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
8) Perform similar or less skilled work.
9) Maintain records and submit reports as required.
Properly prepare right-of-way items on field drawings
10) Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment as authorized and directed by supervision.
Operate truck-mounted lifting/pulling devices. Load and unload poles, steel and other materials.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED
Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum of one year transmission 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 transmission electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or transmission electrical power line experience.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Requirements - Physical Demands: physical demands required for this job include but not limited to: Minimum Requirement Line Mechanic Amount of Weight Lifted from Floor/Ground to Waist Level - 75 Amount of Weight to be Carried for 20 Feet - 60 Amount of Weight Lifted to Chest Level 50Amount of Weight Lifted to Eye Level - 30Distance to Walk Accumulated over the Course of an 8-Hour Shift - 2 Miles Distance in Feet to Climb and Work on a Ladder/Structure - 100 and Higher Distance in Feet to Ascend to and Work in a Bucket/Lift - 150 and Higher (Tested at 60’)Ability to Discriminate between Colors Yes (Not Tested)
Transmission Line Mechanic B:
1) Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions. Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings
2) Perform all maintenance work on wood structures including the use of insulating protective equipment and live line tools.
Establish proper elevation relationships on all new transmission structures. Identify pole species and structure configuration types of transmission structures. Calculate tool, structure and angle loadings. Layout, install, block and backfill all transmission anchorages. Perform all right-of-way control procedures in use of transmission lines.
3) Assist qualified personnel in work on congested energized circuits.
Test for de-energized circuits and install ground for working circuits dead.
4) Under immediate supervision of a qualified person, be proficient in the use of live line tools, bare-hand techniques, rubber gloves and sleeves, and other accepted work methods.
5) Select the proper standard drawings and follow specifications and prints for each part of the job as laid out by Engineering.
Read and interpret plan, profile and specification drawings.
6) Identify and be able to patrol transmission lines, locate, evaluate, report and repair transmission facilities.
7) Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment, and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.
Assist in loading and unloading carloads of poles, truck and rail.
8) Maintain records and submit reports as required.
9) Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
10) Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
11) Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
12) Perform similar or less skilled work.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum of 24 months satisfactory work experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic C or the equivalent ( as determined by the Company through demonstration, examination and performance appraisal).Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position. Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Transmission Line Mechanic C and 24 months of on the job experience or the equivalent. Equivalent experience is determined at the time of the assessment and appropriate time step credit will be given. Shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. 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. Must be familiar with line circuits and other voltages. Must be familiar with circuit switching procedures. Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law. Must have a good working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used. 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. Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds, frequently lift up to 50 pounds
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
physical demands required for this job include but not limited to; Amount of Weight Lifted from Floor/Ground to Waist Level - 75Amount of Weight to be Carried for 20 Feet - 60Amount of Weight Lifted to Chest Level - 50Amount of Weight Lifted to Eye Level - 30Distance to Walk Accumulated over the Course of an 8-Hour Shift - 2 MilesDistance in Feet to Climb and Work on a Ladder/Structure - 100 and HigherDistance in Feet to Ascend to and Work in a Bucket/Lift - 150 and Higher (Tested at 60’)Ability to Discriminate between Colors - Yes (Not Tested)
Line Mechanic A:
1) Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings. Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
2) Perform all live line work without constant supervision.
Select and use proper live line tools. Handle, cover or barricade underlying primary or transmission circuits. Perform structure replacement with the associated circuitry energized.
3) Install, inspect, remove or maintain transmission lines, distribution lines, communication lines and equipment, and climb or by other means perform work on poles, towers and structures, energized or de-energized.
Use transits and other leveling tools to the degree necessary in transmission construction/maintenance work. Layout, install, block and backfill all transmission anchorages. Read and interpret all drawings related to transmission circuits. Install, splice, sag, terminate or remove transmission, distribution and communications related conductors, cables and wires. Install, remove and maintain all types of line equipment and hardware on transmission lines and structures. Identify, request, accept and return line clearances.
4) Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment, and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.
Direct loading and unloading carloads of poles, truck and rail.
5) Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
6) Maintain records and submit reports as required.
7) Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
8) Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
9) Perform similar or less skilled work.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED
Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum of 24 months satisfactory work experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic B or the equivalent ( as determined by the Company through demonstration, examination and performance appraisal).
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time A physical abilities assessment is required for this position. Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of a Transmission Line Mechanic B and 24 months of on the job experience or the equivalent. Equivalent experience is determined at the time of the assessment and appropriate time step credit will be given. Shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. Must have a good working knowledge of Company safety rules and practices and be proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid. Must have good working knowledge of the transmission circuitry within the area of responsibility. Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law. Must have a good working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used. Must have a good working knowledge of the Company's transmission and distribution standards. 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)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
physical demands required for this job include but not limited to: Amount of Weight Lifted from Floor/Ground to Waist Level 75 Amount of Weight to be Carried for 20 Feet 60Amount of Weight Lifted to Chest Level 50Amount of Weight Lifted to Eye Level 30 Distance to Walk Accumulated over the Course of an 8-Hour Shift 2 Miles Distance in Feet to Climb and Work on a Ladder/Structure 100 and Higher Distance in Feet to Ascend to and Work in a Bucket/Lift 150 and Higher (Tested at 60’)Ability to Discriminate between Colors Yes (Not Tested)
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Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
N004-180Compensation Range:
$27.21-27.91 USDThe 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.
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