Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 29, 2026
Classification
Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance
Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Requirements
Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED
Work Experience requirement listed below: No previous work experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.
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)