Line Mechanic C-A at American Electric Power

Zanesville, Ohio, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Builds upon skills, abilities, and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic D (or equivalent)
Completion of C-100, or equivalent experience, to perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision, assist with secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision, test/de-energize/ground URD cable, splice/terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot/repair/energize URD cable under immediate or general supervision
Completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, to work on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision and use electrical test equipment (volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers) on voltages up to 600 volts; may cover up stationary tied-in primary conductors/equipment under direct supervision
Completion of C-300, or equivalent experience, to cover up, transfer, or move primary conductors/equipment under direct supervision
Completion of C-400, or equivalent experience, to perform duties of B classification during first 12 months (assist with energized lines/cables/equipment under direct to immediate supervision, replace fuses, operate switching/sectionalizing devices under general supervision)

Assemble, install, maintain, remove, and inspect overhead and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures, and associated equipment under immediate or general supervision
Build and erect equipment mountings (e.g., regulator/transformer platforms) and overhead transformer installations
Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits
Perform inspection and troubleshooting of lines
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned
Direct the work of employees assigned to assist
Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review
Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment