Line Mechanic D

American Electric Power•Canton, OH

2d•$28 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Mechanic D assists with installing, rearranging, maintaining, operating, removing, and inspecting electrical transmission and distribution facilities, including overhead and underground equipment. The role includes driving and operating line trucks and associated equipment and performing work under direct, immediate, or general supervision according to skill level, training, and qualification progression. The employee develops the skills and qualifications needed to progress through the line mechanic classification, completing required training and demonstrating the ability to perform increasingly complex work safely. Duties include working with conductors, structures, line materials, tools, vehicles, protective equipment, and customer metering information. The position requires physical work rated Heavy, and the successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the Canton South Service Center in Canton, Ohio.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
No experience required.
Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Obtain appropriate licensing required by federal or state law before the end of the designated probationary period, unless additional time is needed and authorized by management.
Acquire a CDL beginners permit within 60 days.
Have the ability and desire to acquire the knowledge and skills required for the duties and responsibilities of the Line Mechanic A key job in the family, and qualify through demonstration, examination, and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
Acquire, within the time frame 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 classification.
Receive recommended test results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout; the online, untimed assessment typically takes about 45 minutes.
Complete a physical abilities assessment.
Live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the Canton South Service Center at 2100 Shepler Church Ave, Canton, Ohio 44706.
Meet the job's Heavy physical demand level: exert 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and greater than negligible up to 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with assembly, installation, maintenance, removal, and inspection of underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and related equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision.
Perform ground person duties under direct or immediate supervision according to skill level.
Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles, towers, and structures.
After completing D-100 or gaining equivalent experience, demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment other than digger/derricks and aerial lift vehicles, climb poles, ladders, and structures, and work on de-energized conductors and equipment.
Work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under direct supervision, and, after completing D-200 or equivalent experience, under immediate supervision of a higher classification.
After completing D-200 or equivalent experience, operate digger/derrick and aerial devices under immediate supervision according to skill level.
Assemble and install line material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision.
Use and store hand lines, tie knots, and demonstrate basic knowledge of ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use.
Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using appropriate tools, hardware, and equipment, including crimping and compression tools.
After completing D-200 or equivalent experience, operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, other sectionalizing devices, and line and transformer devices under direct supervision; progress to less direct supervision as skill level dictates.
After completing D-300 or equivalent experience, test de-energized overhead lines and equipment and install and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision.
Inspect and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; identify, inspect, use, and maintain rubber gloves and sleeves (PIPE), insulating blankets, hoses, and covers (IPE).
Inspect, maintain, organize, operate, and stock Company vehicles, equipment, and tools; perform assigned housekeeping duties and report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
Safely perform pole-top and bucket-truck rescue processes as training is completed.
Protect or control work areas and set up and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones, and related equipment.
Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required.
Read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital kilowatt-hour meters.
Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit them to local supervision for review.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.