Job Posting End Date

09-05-2025

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Job Summary

This is an apprentice level position. The duties are to assist in performing service work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities; drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. Assist in responding to trouble calls, investigating, correcting, and clearing trouble, and provide assistance to construction and repair crews, as required. The following list sets forth the principal duties required for the job. All items apply to overhead and underground, as applicable. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.

Job Description

Residency Requirements: Successful candidate will reside within 25 mile radius of the Shreveport Service Center

What You’ll Do:

Assist with maintenance and repair of overhead distribution/transmission lines, structures and equipment while performing duties in accordance with the Company safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.

During the first six months in this classification, shall be capable of working 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 six months in this classification, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision.

During the SMC classification, under direct supervision, the employee may operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices, refuse line and transformer devices, test de-energized lines and equipment, and place or remove grounds. During this time frame, the employee may progress from direct supervision to immediate and finally general supervision as skill level dictates.

After 18 months in this classification, for the purpose of on-the-job training, may perform the duties of the first six months of the SMB classification when working under the direct supervision of an employee of higher classification.

Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.

Operate mechanized equipment required to install, remove or maintain overhead and underground transmission and distribution facilities.

Become familiar with the use and care of live line tools.

Become familiar with and use volt-amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.

Load, unload, handle, install, maintain and remove poles, towers and structures.

Assemble and erect equipment mountings such as regulator and transformer platforms.

Apply various kinds of insulating protective equipment on facilities energized only at voltage qualified to work on.

Build overhead transformer installations.

Identify single and three-phase lines and determine their voltage and conductor size.

Become familiar with series and parallel circuits.

Gain poles in the air and install single, double and buck arms.

Perform inspection, trouble-shooting of lines and report irregularities and abnormal conditions.

Familiar and able to maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Maintain records and submit reports as required.

Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.

Perform similar or less skilled work and assist employees of equal or higher classification.

What We’re Looking For:

Troubleman C

Education requirements: High School graduate or General Equivalency Degree (GED).

Work 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.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) : Valid Class A Commercial Driver License. 

Other Must Haves:

Physical demand level is Heavy

Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Service Mechanic A, within the time frame determined by the Company, in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal or vacate the current job classification.

Must have a good working knowledge of various circuit connections, voltage identification of lines, phasing, transformer connections and switching devices. Must know the fundamentals of electricity and have the ability to interpret field prints and switching diagrams, simple blueprints, one-line diagrams, instruction manuals and construction drawings.

Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner. 

Must have the ability to use a computer and electronic devices and write legibly and record accurately.

Must be able to distinguish colors.

Must have the ability to work aloft on poles, towers and structures, use various tools, and operate equipment and finger manipulation of bolts/screws, etc.

Tolerate awkward or stretched positions while working aloft and suspended from safety belt.

Must be able to work at heights of up to 250 feet.

Must be able to lift 75lbs. overhead.

Must demonstrate familiarity with Company safety rules and practices and be proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid.

Must possess the ability to plan work and to properly instruct others.

Troubleman B

Education requirements: High School graduate or General Equivalency Degree (GED)

Work Experience: Minimum of two years satisfactory work experience as a Service Mechanic C or equivalent.

Required License(s)/Certification(s): Valid Class A Commercial Driver License. 

Other Must Haves:

Physical demand level is Heavy

Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Service Mechanic A, within the time frame determined by the Company, in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal or vacate the current job classification.

Must have a good working knowledge of various circuit connections, voltage identification of lines, phasing, transformer connections and switching devices. Must know the fundamentals of electricity and have the ability to interpret field prints and switching diagrams, simple blueprints, one-line diagrams, instruction manuals and construction drawings.

Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.

Must have the ability to use a computer and electronic devices and write legibly and record accurately.

Must be able to distinguish colors.

Must have the ability to work aloft on poles, towers and structures, use various tools, and operate equipment and finger manipulation of bolts/screws, etc.

Tolerate awkward or stretched positions while working aloft and suspended from safety belt.

Must be able to work at heights of up to 250 feet.

Must be able to lift 75lbs. overhead.

Must demonstrate familiarity with Company safety rules and practices and be proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid.

Must possess the ability to plan work and to properly instruct others.

Troubleman

Education requirements: High school diploma or GED

Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Lineman A or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company

Required License(s)/Certification(s): Valid Class A CDL is required.

Other Must Have:

Physical demand level is Heavy.

These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc. · A thorough working knowledge of electric industry Distribution and Transmission construction and operation standards, including compatible unit assembly codes and applications. Ability to interpret circuit maps and switching diagrams.  A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position. The essential and/or marginal job functions and the associated abilities/requirements/conditions outlined above describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to, and in no way represent an exhaustive listing of all tasks involved in performing the job.

What You’ll Get:

Troubleman C   $33.84

Troubleman B   $38.37

Troubleman   $54.16

Where You’ll Work
Shreveport, LA

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.

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're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U072-R32

Compensation Range:

$33.84-34.96 USD

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.

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