2nd Yr Apprentice- Journeyman Lineman

American Electric Power•Tulsa, OK

2d•$37 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Builds, repairs, and maintains electrical transmission and distribution overhead and underground systems. This role requires the use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories. The position involves opening and closing switches and installing grounding devices to lines and equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
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.
Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver's license.
Must live within a 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles.
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.

Responsibilities

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 cable, transformers, potheads, and pedestals.
Installs pole hardware and auxiliary equipment like 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.