Line Mechanic D at American Electric Power

Pomeroy, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

Assist with assembly, installation, maintenance, removal, and inspection of underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead/underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision
Demonstrate ability to perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision
Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles, towers, and structures
After D-100 or equivalent: Demonstrate ability to operate Company equipment (except digger/derricks and aerial lifts), climb poles/ladders/structures, work on de-energized conductors/equipment; work on energized conductors/equipment up to 260 volts under direct supervision
After D-200 or equivalent: Operate digger/derrick and aerial devices under immediate supervision; work on energized conductors/equipment up to 260 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification; operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, sectionalizing devices, refuse line/transformer devices under direct supervision (progressing to immediate/general as skills dictate)
After D-300 or equivalent: Test de-energized overhead lines/equipment, install/remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision
Assemble and install line material/hardware under direct/immediate supervision
Use/store hand lines, tie knots, basic knowledge of ropes/rigging equipment inspection/use
Splice primary/secondary overhead wires using proper tools/hardware (including crimping/compression)
Safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue as training completed
Inspect/maintain tools, equipment, work area safely; identify/inspect/use/maintain rubber gloves/sleeves (PIPE), insulating blankets/hoses/covers (IPE)
Inspect/maintain/organize/operate/stock company vehicles/equipment/tools
Perform housekeeping duties; report irregularities/abnormal conditions
Protect/control work area: set/remove barricades/flags/signs/cones
Maintain accurate records/submit reports
Read/record information/readings on analog/digital kWh meters
Complete/submit Monthly Apprentice Cards

Responsibilities

Assist in installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission/distribution facilities (overhead/underground)
Drive/operate line trucks/auxiliary equipment
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

electrical transmissionelectrical distributionline trucksoverhead facilitiesunderground facilitiespole climbingropes and riggingwire splicingcrimpingdigger/derrickaerial lift devices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment position.

What is the salary range for the Line Mechanic D role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and abilities are required for this role?

The role requires assisting with installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical facilities, operating company equipment like digger/derricks and aerial devices under supervision, climbing poles and structures, splicing wires, and performing rescues like pole top and bucket truck rescue.

What training levels like D-100, D-200, D-300 are mentioned?

After D-100 or equivalent, operate equipment (except diggers/aerials), climb, and work on de-energized lines; after D-200, operate diggers/aerials and work up to 260V under supervision; after D-300, test lines and install grounds under supervision.

What experience or qualifications make a strong candidate?

Strong candidates will have equivalent experience to D-100, D-200, D-300 training levels, skills in operating line trucks and equipment under supervision, climbing, splicing wires, and safely handling electrical facilities.

Is remote work or office location specified?

This information is not specified in the job description.