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Distribution Power Line Crew Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Line Mechanic-C-A

Abilene, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate ...

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one-year electrical power line school certificate ...

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, * OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one-year electrical power line school ...

The Overhead Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement ... This position oversees the Line crew and will supervise and assist with the day-to-day activities ...

The Overhead Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement ... This position oversees the Line crew and will supervise and assist with the day-to-day activities ...

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line ... Direct crew when assigned. Obtain, issue, accept and release transmission and distribution ...

$55 - $60/hr

KGI Utility Solutions - Electric Distribution Line Crew Foreman Full Time Technical Selma, TX, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1020 $55.00 To $60.00 Hourly KGI Utility Solutions is looking for a ...

Line Mechanic-C-A

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$34.96 - $56.52/hr

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate ...

$34.96 - $56.52/hr

Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate ...

Operator - Underground

Walton, KY · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

... in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial ... The Operators primary duty is to assist line crew or network crew members by working on the ground ...

The Overhead Distribution Foreman leads the crew to complete daily tasks related to the placement ... This position oversees the Line crew and will supervise and assist with the day-to-day activities ...

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Line Mechanic-C-A

Abilene, TX • On-site

American Electric Power
Utilities • 10K+ employees

$17.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


American Electric Power rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 107 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 54 rated energy and utility


Job description

Job Posting End Date
09-11-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
Perform work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities, drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. All job duties apply to overhead and underground equipment and facilities. The Line Mechanic C builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic D (or equivalent).
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Assemble, install, maintain, remove and competently inspect overhead, and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
  • After completion of C-100, or equivalent experience, shall be competent to perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision. Assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
  • After completion of C100, or equivalent experience, test, de-energize and ground URD cable, Splice and terminate URD cable, and troubleshoot, repair and energize URD cable and equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
  • After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision. Use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.
  • After completion of C-200, or equivalent experience, may cover up stationary tied in (cannot transfer) primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
  • After completion of C-300, or equivalent experience, may cover up, transfer or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
  • After completion of C-400, or equivalent experience, perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first TWELVE MONTHS. (Wording from LMB description - During the first twelve months in this classification (LMB) assist with work on energized lines, cables and equipment.
  • During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates.
  • Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.).
  • Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations.
  • Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits
  • Perform inspection and trouble-shooting of lines.
  • Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
  • Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
  • Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review .The following reference is provided as a guideline for persons responsible for directing the duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel, to assist in the safety and development of employees, and is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions:

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Line Mechanic D or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
  • Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Line Mechanic A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
  • 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.
  • A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
  • This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required.
  • Must live within 30 minutes of the service location.

Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
N024-V75
Compensation Range:
$34.96 - $56.52
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H - Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
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AEP Energy is a certified competitive retail electricity and natural gas supply provider. We proudly serve residential, small business and commercial and industrial customers. AEP Energy has over 100 years of industry experience with backing from our parent company, American Electric Power (AEP). AEP is one of the largest electric energy companies in the United States and ranked 204 of the Fortune 500.

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Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US

Year founded

1906

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