Troubleman at American Electric Power

Texarkana, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Electric PowerIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Lineman A or equivalent experience as determined by the Company
Valid Class A CDL
Applicant must reside 20 minutes under normal driving conditions from Texarkana Service Center
Thorough working knowledge of electric industry Distribution and Transmission construction and operation standards, including compatible unit assembly codes and applications
Ability to interpret circuit maps and switching diagrams
Physical abilities assessment required
Physical demand level: Heavy (exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, 25-50 pounds frequently, up to 10-20 pounds constantly)
Availability for regular overtime, on-call response, and travel (including out of town)

Responsibilities

Coordinate and/or conduct complex circuit and substation switching and restoration of service resulting from trouble calls
Investigate trouble calls; patrol and inspect lines; locate, clear and repair faults on lines and equipment; refuse line and transformer cutouts; repair and adjust street light control equipment; install and remove transformers, meters and services
Analyze and take corrective action with respect to trouble calls on all types of transmission and distribution circuits and equipment; use instruments such as voltmeters, ammeters, and maximeters and record readings
Independently interface with emergency forces, such as fire and police departments, to accomplish safe trouble call restoration
Work with hot line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine maintenance of facilities
Communicate effectively with customers and formulate a plan designed to serve their needs as well as the Company's in resolving trouble calls; inform customer if trouble is located in customer's wiring or equipment; investigate radio and TV interference
Install, remove, operate and maintain residential, commercial and industrial facilities, both overhead and underground
Disconnect and connect meters; read in and read out meters
Operate line switches; operate switches and replace fuses in stations; request, make and accept line and station clearances
Demonstrate professional and collaborative interactions within the work environment, team members and customers
Perform similar or less skilled work
Provide first response to trouble calls; investigate, correct and clear trouble, and provide assistance to construction and repair crews, as required

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

circuit switchingsubstation switchingtrouble shootingline patrolfault repairtransformer installationmeter installationvoltmetersammetershot line equipmentenergized circuitsoverhead linesunderground linesswitch operation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the hourly rate for the Troubleman position?

The position offers an hourly rate of $55.51.

Is there a residency requirement for this job?

Applicants must reside 20 minutes under normal driving conditions from Texarkana Service Center.

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED, a minimum of 2 years of work experience as Lineman A or equivalent, and a valid Class A CDL.

What kind of experience is needed for this Troubleman job?

A thorough working knowledge of electric industry Distribution and Transmission construction and operation standards, including compatible unit assembly codes and applications, is required, along with the ability to interpret circuit diagrams.

What makes a strong candidate for the Troubleman position?

Strong candidates will have experience as a Lineman A, knowledge of electrical distribution and transmission standards, a valid Class A CDL, and the ability to perform heavy physical work while demonstrating professional interactions with teams and customers.