Network Mechanic

Job Summary

Perform all types of work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of underground transmission and distribution facilities (network, URD, UG three‑phase commercial and UG station exits). This profile is for Network Mechanics at the Grandview Service Center in the Columbus, OH district.

• Perform duties in accordance with the Company’s safety rules, regulations, compliance procedures and practices, and report unsafe conditions and practices.
• Splice and repair all types of energized secondary cables (lead and poly) and de‑energized primary cables (all types of insulation including PILC), and be proficient in the installation of primary transition and trifurcating splices.
• Perform underground primary and secondary voltage cable terminations on the most complex electric equipment, including installation, removal, inspection and maintenance of primary riser terminators, elbows, secondary moles/crabs, and other termination hardware.
• Perform trip checking and switching of network circuits and take, hold and release clearance and hold orders as required.
• Troubleshoot network protectors and perform repairs as required.
• Install and replace underground cable type current limiting devices, fuses and other in‑line protective devices.
• Operate fault‑locating equipment used to locate faults on failed primary network feeders, secondary and service cables.
• Install transformers (network, single and three‑phase pad mounts), network protectors and other associated equipment as required.
• Direct crew when assigned and exercise leadership and good judgement when in charge.
• Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
• Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings.

• Education: High School Diploma/GED.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years qualifying as Network Mechanic B or equivalent; good working knowledge of circuit connections, voltage identification, phasing, transformer connections and switching devices; fundamentals of electricity and ability to interpret field prints and switching diagrams; valid state driver’s license (Class A CDL required); ability to deal with employees, customers and the public courteously; ability to plan work and properly instruct others.
• Other Requirements: Regular overtime and on‑call response required; travel may be required; principal line of progression: from Network Mechanic B to higher classification.

Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes of the Grandview Service Center (1333 West Goodale Blvd., Columbus, Ohio 43215).

Rate: $58.62 per hour (U025‑450 compensation grade). Compensation range: $58.62 – $58.62.

Heavy work:
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10–20 pounds constantly; exceeds medium work.

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.