Lineman Appr 1st yr
- Location
- Tipton, OK
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
Job Posting End Date
11-11-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
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.
What You'll Do
- The following list sets forth the principal duties required for the job. 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.
- Climbs poles or rides 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.
- 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 to perform energized line work up to 138 KV or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work up to 15 KV.
Education requirements are listed below
High School Education/GED.
Work Experience requirement listed below
- No experience required. Line work experience or line school education is preferred.
- Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must possess and maintain a valid CDL state driver's license or be able to obtain one within six months.
- The required Pre Employment tests are listed below: HireVue Lineworker Assessment.
Other Requirements
- Must live within 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location.
- 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.
What You'll Get
- In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
- Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
- At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions.
- Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.
- If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade
U070-954
Compensation Range
$34.07 - $34.07
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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Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From AEP's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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