2nd year apprentice -Lineman Journeyman

American Electric Power • Okmulgee, OK • 3d ago

Job Posting End Date

02-07-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Builds, repairs and maintains electrical transmission and distribution overhead and underground systems, requiring use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories. Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

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.

Climbs poles or rides in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles.

Installs and repairs 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.

Covers 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.

May service streetlight systems. May patrol power lines.

Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Education requirements are listed below: High School Diploma or GED

Work Experience requirement listed below: 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. 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.

Experience:

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.

This role requires regular overtime and on-call response. Travel, including out of town travel, may also be required.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

U070-925

Compensation Range:

$37.23 - $56.36

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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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.

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