Line Mechanic Intern

American Electric Power • Nashville, AR

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About The Position

Under the direction of a Distribution System Supervisor (DSS), the Line Mechanic Intern assists with and learns work involving the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical distribution facilities. Duties apply to both overhead and underground equipment and facilities and are performed under direct or immediate supervision as specified. Interns follow the same work schedule and shifts as their assigned crew. The role may require regular overtime, call-outs, and travel, including out-of-town travel.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and enrollment in a power-line-related certificate program of at least one year that includes a minimum 16-week internship, or a power-line-related associate degree program that includes a minimum 16-week internship. Candidates must receive recommended results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout. A valid state driver's license, CDL permit, and eligibility to acquire and maintain a CDL-A driver's license are required.

The work involves climbing poles and ladders, handling line equipment and tools, working around overhead and underground electrical facilities, and performing heavy physical work. The stated physical demand level is H—Heavy Work: exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and greater than negligible up to 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects. AEP states its commitment to equal employment opportunity without discrimination on protected or other legally prohibited bases.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Enrollment in a power-line-related certificate program of at least one year, including a minimum 16-week internship, or a power-line-related associate degree program including a minimum 16-week internship.
• Recommended results on the HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout; the online assessment is untimed and typically takes about 45 minutes.
• Valid state driver's license, which must be maintained.
• CDL permit.
• Eligibility to acquire and maintain a CDL-A driver's license.
• Sufficient knowledge and skill, through a combination of education and experience, to perform the listed job duties and functions.
• Polite and accommodating attitude; ability to work with the public, respond to questions, and provide instruction.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge or understanding of the production, transmission, and distribution of electricity.
• Continuous-improvement mindset.
• Ability to meet the role's heavy physical demands, including exerting 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and greater than negligible up to 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to work the assigned crew's schedule and shifts; the role requires regular overtime and on-call response, and may require call-outs and travel, including out-of-town travel.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a public setting.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply AEP, Operating Company, and site-specific safety rules; participate in safety tailboards, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and safety meetings.
• Observe and learn to assemble, install, maintain, remove, and inspect underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and related equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision.
• Climb poles and ladders and demonstrate comfort working above ground level under direct or immediate supervision.
• Perform ground-person duties under direct or immediate supervision.
• Learn and assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles.
• Assemble and install line materials and hardware under direct or immediate supervision.
• Use and store hand lines, tie knots, and develop basic working knowledge of rope and rigging equipment inspection and use.
• Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using appropriate tools, hardware, and equipment, including crimping and compression tools.
• Learn to use, inspect, and maintain tools and equipment applicable to job duties.
• 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 assigned housekeeping duties and report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Protect or control the work area; set up and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones, and associated equipment.
• Read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital kilowatt-hour meters.
• Learn and comply with workplace rules, safety practices, and procedures; report unsafe conditions and practices; and develop working knowledge of safety and environmental guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and internal and external customers; conduct professional interactions with employees, contractors, and others.
• Read, interpret, and work from simple prints and specifications.
• Perform similar or less-skilled work as assigned.
• Work on energized conductors up to 260 volts under direct supervision, progressing to immediate supervision based on demonstrated skill level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree