Power Tech/Trans Mech D Intern

American Electric Power•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

Assist in the installation, maintenance, rearrangement, operation, removal and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities. 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.

Requirements

High school graduate/GED.
Must have completed the 1st year of a 2-year high school or adult education power line training program (or be enrolled in a 9-month adult education program.)
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher.
No previous work experience required.
Successful completion of the Construction and Skilled Trades (CAST) selection test is required for this position.
A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
Successful completion of the Physical Abilities Test (PAT)
Temporary work experience while applicant pursues formal training as a line mechanic.
Days of the week and scheduled hours may vary due to the nature of the work being performed and/or the crew that the intern is assigned to work with and/or the student’s school schedule.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Supply employees working aloft the necessary tools and equipment required in the work.
Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures, and other associated equipment on overhead facilities.
Demonstrate evidence of being at ease above the ground while performing the work.
Assist with the operation of line trucks of various types with derricks and earth-boring equipment.
Operate truck-tractors, both single and tandem-axle, trailers, both regular and fifth-wheel mounted, winches in handling poles and material, and transport employees and equipment to and from work locations.
Assist in setting poles, including poles in energized areas where proper personal protective procedures are used.
Assist in the performance of transmission right-of-way clearance.
Identify all personal protective equipment and its purpose including rubber gloves, blankets, temporary grounds, live line tools, and construction and maintenance tools and equipment.
Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Maintain records and submit reports as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
Perform similar or less skilled work.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.