Network Mechanic A

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of underground transmission and distribution facilities (network, URD, UG three-phase commercial and UG station exits). This job profile should be used only for Network Mechanics staffed at the Grandview Service Center in the Columbus OH district.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Network Mechanic B (minimum of 2 years) or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
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.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Valid Class A CDL required.
Must have the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
Must possess the ability to plan work and to properly instruct others.

Nice To Haves

Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 mins of the Grandview Service Center (1333 West Goodale Blvd Columbus, Ohio 43215)

Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations, compliance procedures and practices, and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Splice and repair all types of energized secondary cables (lead and poly) and de-energized primary cables (all types of insulation including PILC), and be proficient in the installation of primary transition and trifurcating splices.
Perform underground primary and secondary voltage cable terminations on the most complex electrical equipment including installation, removal, inspection and maintenance of primary riser terminators, elbows, secondary moles/crabs, and other termination hardware.
Perform trip checking and switching of network circuits and take, hold and release clearance and hold orders as required.
Troubleshoot network protectors and perform repairs as required.
Install and replace underground cable type current limiting devices, fuses and other in-line protective devices.
Operate fault locating equipment used to locate faults on failed primary network feeders, secondary and service cables.
Install transformers (network, single and three-phase pad mounts), network protectors and other associated equipment as required.
Direct crew when assigned and exercise leadership and good judgement when in charge.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings.