Line Mechanic D-A at American Electric Power

Rocky Mount, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

Live (or be willing to relocate at own expense) within 45 minutes safe driving distance of the Rocky Mount Office & Service Center, 996 Old Franklin Turnpike, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Completion of D-100, or equivalent experience, to demonstrate ability to operate Company equipment (except digger/derricks and aerial lift vehicles), climb poles, ladders and structures, and work on de-energized conductors and equipment; may work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under direct supervision
Completion of D-200, or equivalent experience, to operate digger/derrick and aerial devices under immediate supervision, and work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under immediate supervision of a higher classification
Completion of D-300, or equivalent experience, to test de-energized overhead lines and equipment, and install and remove personal protective grounds under immediate supervision
Ability to demonstrate competent performance of ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision
Basic working knowledge of ropes, rigging equipment inspection and use, including tying knots
Ability to safely execute pole top rescue and bucket truck rescue processes as training is completed

Responsibilities

Assist with the assembly, installation, maintenance, removal, and competent inspection of underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision
Assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles, towers, and structures
Assemble and install line material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision
Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using proper tools, hardware, and equipment (including crimping and compression tools)
Under direct supervision (progressing to immediate and general supervision), operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices; refuse line and transformer devices
Inspect and maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion
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 housekeeping duties as assigned
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions
Protect or control work area; set and remove barricades, flags, signs, cones, and associated equipment
Maintain accurate records and submit accurate reports as required
Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital kilowatt-hour meters
Complete monthly apprentice cards and submit to local supervision for review
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned
Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment