• Lineman A

    American Electric Power (Mansfield, LA)


    Job Posting End Date

     

    10-30-2025

     

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

    Job Summary

    Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. All items apply to overhead and underground, as applicable. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below. The Lineman A builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Lineman B (or equivalent).

    Job Description

    Residency Requirements: **Residency Requirements: Successful candidate will reside within 25 Miles of the Mansfield Service Center.**

     

    Lineman A

    What You’ll Do:

    + Install and maintain transmission and distribution facilities and all types of line equipment on the most congested types of construction, energized or de-energized.

    + Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.

    + Operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers and other sectionalizing devices; re-fuse line and transformer devices; change line and transformer taps; phase out and/or parallel circuits.

    + Select proper standard drawings and interpret specifications and proceed with all new construction work and live line work without supervision.

    + Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.

    + Work with live line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine modifications of facilities.

    + Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.

    + Install, maintain and switch underground residential distribution and commercial facilities. Locate and correct trouble using cable locating and fault finding tools and equipment.

    + Direct crew when assigned. Obtain, issue, accept and release transmission and distribution clearances or permits in accordance with established switching and tagging procedures.

    + Instruct customers regarding meter or service locations, and advise customers regarding service interruptions related to customers' electrical equipment.

    + Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform similar or less skilled work.

    What We’re Looking For:

    **Education:** High school diploma or GED

    **Experience:** Successful completion of apprentice lineman training, including B-200 certification written test with a score of 80% or higher and successful completion of hands-on comprehensive demonstrations. External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment.

    **Licenses/Certifications:** Valid Class A CDL is required.

    Other:

    These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

     

    1) Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Lineman B or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.

     

    2) A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.

     

    Where You’ll Work

     

    Mansfield, LA

    What You’ll Get:

    Lineman A $53.36

     

    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:

    U072-R12

    Compensation Range:

    $53.36-53.36 USD

     

    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.