1

Transmission Live Line Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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.

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.

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.

Please note the selected candidate must live within 45 minutes of the John W. Vaughan Center (1281 North Electric Road Roanoke, VA 25022) Transmission Line Mechanic C: What You'll Do: 1) Perform ...

... transmission vehicles under / over 3 tons. Must be able to work long hours in adverse weather ... Certified to work around live lines 0 to 69KV overhead and underground. Must wear appropriate PPE ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Transmission Live Line information

See salary details

$62K

$122.1K

$169K

How much do transmission live line jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for transmission live line in the United States is $122,133.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $153,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are popular job titles related to Transmission Live Line jobs?

For Transmission Live Line jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Transmission Live Line job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,133 per year, or $58.7 per hour.

Transmission Line Mechanic-D

Muncie, IN • On-site

American Electric Power
Utilities • 10K+ employees

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


American Electric Power rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 107 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Posting End Date
09-13-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
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. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. 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: DIRECT SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is working with/hands-on with the person performing the designated task. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISION - When a qualified person is near the structure/equipment and is in constant visual and/or verbal contact to the person performing the designated task. GENERAL SUPERVISION - An employee of equal or higher classification, knowledgeable of the task at hand and not necessarily at the job site. QUALIFIED PERSON - Line Mechanic or Supervisor who is knowledgeable of the task or work to be performed, and is capable of performing the appropriate emergency rescue.
Job Description
What you will be doing:
  • Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
  • Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
  • Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures, and other associated equipment on overhead facilities.
  • During the first six months in this classification, the employee must demonstrate the ability to operate Company equipment, climb poles and structures, work from bucket trucks or on ladders and be at ease above the ground while performing the work.
  • Supply employees working aloft the necessary tools and equipment required in the work.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Operate line trucks of various types with derricks and earth-boring equipment. Operate truck-tractors, both single and tandem-axle, trailers, both regular and fifth-wheel mounted, winches in handling poles and material, and transport employees and equipment to and from work locations.
  • Identify all personal protective equipment and its purpose including rubber gloves, blankets, temporary grounds, live line tools, and construction and maintenance tools and 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.
  • Successful candidate must live within a 45-minute safe driving distance of the Delaware Transmission SC 5313 N Shaffer rd. Muncie, IN 47303
  • Perform similar or less skilled work.

What are we looking for:
  • High school graduate or GED
  • Work Experience requirement listed below: No previous work experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.

Other Requirements:
  • Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required. Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time. Physical demand level is Heavy and requirements details are listed below:
  • Distance in feet to climb and work on a ladder/structure: 100 ft and higher
  • This job requires "recommended" test results from HireVue Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/ A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
  • 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 job family.
  • 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.
  • Employee shall obtain the appropriate valid commercial driver's license prior to the end of the designated probationary period unless additional time is needed and is authorized by management. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
  • Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
  • Considerable travel and overtime may be required with this position.
  • Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Lift up to 75 lbs from the floor/ground to waist level.
  • Carry up to 60 lbs for a distance of 20 feet.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs to chest level.
  • Lift up to 30 lbs to eye level.
  • Walk an accumulated distance of 2 miles over the course of an 8-hour shift.
  • Climb and work on a ladder/structure at heights of 100 feet or more.
  • Ascend to and work in a bucket/lift at heights of 150 feet or more (tested at 60 feet).
  • Ability to distinguish between colors (not tested).

Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
U024-180
Compensation Range:
$27.21 - $27.91
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.
Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

What American Electric Power employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


American Electric Power logo

About American Electric Power

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

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.

Industry

Utilities

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US

Year founded

1906

Social media