Equipment Operator - Overhead (AEP)

Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment

Able to operate heavy equipment used in powerline construction

Able to read/write and communicate effectively

Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required

Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required

Able to lift in-excess of 50 lbs.

Willing to work over-time when requested

Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work

Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Understands when to wear personal protective equipment

Strings overhead wire

Sets poles and anchors

Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches and switchgear

Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems

Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others

Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order

Able to perform rigorous physical labor

Understands proper use of company radio

Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying

Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools

Capable of receiving and following directions

Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work

Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit