Lineman Intern at American Electric Power

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Enrolled in a power line related one year or greater certificate program, which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship, or a power line related associate degree program which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship
"Recommended" test results from HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
Must possess a CDL permit
Must be eligible to acquire and maintain a CDL-A driver's license
Through a combination of education and experience, sufficient knowledge and skill to perform the job duties and functions
Possess a polite and accommodating attitude
Ability to work with others (incomplete in description)

Responsibilities

Learn and apply all AEP, Operating Company, and Site-Specific Safety rules to perform assigned duties
Participate in safety tailboard, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and safety meetings
Observe and learn the assembly, installation, maintenance, removal, and competently inspect underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures, and other associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under direct or immediate supervision
Climb poles and ladders and demonstrate evidence of being at ease above ground level during the performance of work tasks under immediate or direct supervision
Demonstrate the ability to competently perform ground person duties under immediate or direct supervision
Learn and assist with loading, unloading, handling, maintaining, installing, and removing poles
Assemble and install line material and hardware under direct or immediate supervision
Use and store hand lines, tie knots, and demonstrate a basic working knowledge with ropes and rigging equipment inspection and use
Splice primary and secondary overhead wires using the proper tools, hardware, and equipment (including crimping and compression tools)
Learn to use, inspect, and maintain tools and equipment applicable to work duties
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
Correctly read and record information and registered readings on analog or digital Kilowatt-hour meters
Learn and comply with the rules, safety practices, and procedures applicable to the work environment and report unsafe conditions and practices
Learn and have a working knowledge of Safety and Environmental guidelines
Effectively communicate with co-workers, supervision, internal and external customers
Demonstrate professional conduct and effective interactions with employees, contractors, and others
Read, interpret, and work from simple prints and specifications
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned
May work energized conductors up to 260 volts under direct supervision progressing to an immediate level of supervision based on determined skill level