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Assist in the installation, maintenance, rearrangement, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. The following list sets forth the principal duties required for the job. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.
Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
During the first six months in this classification, the employee must demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment, climb poles and structures, and demonstrate the ability to go aloft.
Supply employees working aloft the necessary tools and equipment required in the work.
Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures, and other associated equipment on overhead facilities.
Climb poles and other structures and work from bucket trucks or on ladders. Demonstrate evidence of being at ease above the ground while performing the work.
Operate line trucks of various types with derricks and earth-boring equipment. Operate truck-tractors, both single and tandem-axle, trailers, both regular an fifth-wheel mounted, winches in handling poles and material, and transport employees and equipment to and from work locations.
Assist in setting poles, including poles in energized areas where proper personnel protective procedures are used.
Cut, spray or stack trees and brush while performing transmission right-of-way control.
Identify all personal protective equipment and its purpose including rubber gloves, blankets, temporary grounds, live line tools, and construction and maintenance tools and equipment.
Under direct supervision of a qualified person, assist in the use of live line tools, bare-hand techniques, rubber gloves and sleeves, and other accepted work methods to maintain transmission lines.
Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment, and perform duties incidental to the operation of such equipment.
Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Maintain records and submit reports as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
Perform similar or less skilled work.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions. Minimum Requirements 1. High school graduate or GED is required.
2. No previous work experience required.
3. Must demonstrate the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Transmission Line Mechanic A) in this family.
4. Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job
classification.
5. Employee shall obtain a valid commercial driver's license prior to the end of the designated 6 month probationary period. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designed by federal and/or state law.
6. Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
7. Successful completion of the Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, and the CAST Practice Test may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com Careers by selecting Employment testing. A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
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