Job Information
American Electric Power Lineman 3rd year - Journeyman in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Job Posting End Date
09-24-2024
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
This is a single position posted at multiple levels. The description below is based on apprentice 3rd year. Additional skills and experience are required for Journeyman.
Assist in the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, 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 family.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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.
Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.
May climbs poles and/or ride in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles.
Install and repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
Installs pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators, using hand tools and mechanical devices.
May cover energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service.
Uses insulated poles (hot sticks) fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools and/or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education requirements are listed below:High School Diploma or GED.
Work Experience requirement listed below:Two years' of electrical line work experience.Applicable years of experience will determine appropriate classification.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:Must possess and maintain a valid CDL A state driver's license.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the ability to climb and work at heights.
Must have the ability to communicate with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
Must pass the AEP Pre-Assessment Evaluation.
Must acquire with such time determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher line of progression or vacate the current job classifications.
Work Hours / Travel Requirements: 40 hours per week with overtime and travel as required.
Must be available for overtime callout including weekends and holidays.
Pay rate 3rd Year- $37.50
Pay rate 4th Year- $39.64
Pay rate Journeyman-$53.79
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
U070-908
Compensation Range:
$37.50-37.50 USD
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