Service Mechanic D

American Electric Power•Abilene, TX

2d•$31 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level apprentice position. The duties involve assisting in performing service work related to the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. This includes driving and operating line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. The role also involves responding to trouble calls, investigating and correcting issues, clearing trouble, and providing assistance to construction and repair crews. The position requires the employee to perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work as needed. All duties apply to both overhead and underground facilities as applicable.

Requirements

High School graduate or General Equivalency Degree (GED).
No previous work experience required.
Valid state driver license.
Must obtain appropriate licensing (CDL) as required by federal and/or state law prior to the end of the designated probationary period.
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 acquire within such time frame as 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 job classification.
This job requires "recommended" test results from HireVue Lineworker.
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 tool, 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.

Nice To Haves

Line or Service Mechanic Certification is beneficial but not required.
Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations, and practices, and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment, climb poles and structures, and work on de-energized conductors and equipment during the first six months.
Under immediate supervision of a higher classification, may work secondary voltage up to 260 volts.
After six months, under general supervision, may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts, and may also work higher secondary voltages under immediate supervision.
Assist with the installation and removal of structures within close proximity of energized primary conductors, under immediate supervision.
Assemble, install, maintain, remove, and inspect conductors, fixtures, and other associated equipment on de-energized overhead and underground facilities.
Erect equipment mountings such as regulator and transformer platforms.
Climb poles and structures and work from bucket trucks or on ladders.
Operate mechanized equipment required to install, remove, or maintain overhead and underground transmission and distribution facilities.
Become familiar with the use and care of insulating rubber gloves, sleeves, and other personal protective equipment.
Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles, towers, and structures.
Operate portable power tools, generators, pumps, and tamps.
Install, maintain, read, and remove single-phase meters and associated equipment.
Test meter bases for voltage, backfeed, grounds, and proper connections.
Install, maintain, and remove services, secondary cable, and associated equipment.
Install, maintain, and remove dusk-to-dawn and street light equipment.
Set and remove barricades, flags, signs, and flares; direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Load, unload, and store materials, tools, and equipment.
Assist with the installation, removal, and maintenance of underground facilities.
Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Become familiar with electronic devices to maintain records and submit reports, and job aid programs.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
Perform similar or less skilled work.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.