Become an AEP Ohio Lineworker

Ever dreamed of an outdoor office? You’re in luck – we’re hiring lineworkers! In the video below, you can hear firsthand what our crews have to say about working with AEP Ohio.

Learn more and apply today by at the AEP Career site. You can see what positions we have posted, plus set up alert notifications that will e-mail you the moment a position matching your career goals and qualifications is listed. (Please note that Line Mechanic-D is the entry-level/apprentice opportunity within the lineworker job family.)

The following three documents highlight the career path of a lineworker, including educational requirements, pre-employment testing and total reward benefit insight.

Lineworkers
Transmission positions
Careers at AEP

265 responses to “Become an AEP Ohio Lineworker”

1. Could you please send me some information about becoming a substation electrician or lineman. Do you start off as an apprentice or do you need to go to school first?

   Thank you.
   Brett Richards

   1. Hi I would like some more information on becoming a lineman

   2. I graduated from North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen , TN. I currently live in Michigan working joint use and telecommunications looking for a apprenticeship opportunities.

2. I’m a Lineman from a different Utility and my high school senior nephew from Columbus has shown some interest in the career. What does AEP offer for lineman apprenticeship programs and what information can I pass to him?

   1. Hi I’m looking to further my education as a lineman. I attended 2 years at the Wayne county schools career center taking power line tech. I pursued different opportunities as a tree climber but would really love to get back into line work. I climb and have all my own gear just looking to get into an apprenticeship. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

3. I am interested and want to know how to get into the lineman apprenticeship program at AEP and was wanting more information on how to do so.

4. I would like some information on the AEP programs/training required to begin a career as a lineworker. Thank you in advance for your help.

   1. i would like some information or a contact number for apprenticeships for military members leaving service.

5. Hello, like others I am very interested in the lineman apprentice program. Am looking for a career change. Any info you could pass along would be wonderful. Thanks.

   1. Hi I was looking for info on becoming a powerline men. If I can get on job training or if I still need a trade school.

6. Hello, just like a lot of the others I am curious what is required to join the lineman apprenticeship program. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks.

7. Hi. I have been working in the IBEW union for over a year now, waiting to get into the apprenticeship program. I am also interested in learning what the process is to become a lineman through AEP. Is there an apprenticeship program? If you could please provide details I’d appreciate it.

   Thanks,

   Chase Meyer

8. Do you need to go to lineman school or could I jump right into an apprenticeship? Looking to change career paths.

9. Hello, I just graduated from High school and looking to get into the electrical lineman trade. I have done research and am interested in your apprenticeship program. Any help will be appreciated.

   Thanks
   Jordan simonelli

10. Hello, I just graduated from High school and looking to get into the electrical lineman trade. Someone who works at AEP suggested I reach out to you. I am interested in an apprenticeship program.

    Thanks,
    Andrew DeLoye

11. Hi!

    Like many others here in looking for a career change. I’m currently a CM for a tower company and looking for something closer to home. I’m very interested on programs that you have involving line work. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

12. Hello! I’m interested in becoming a lineman. Any information that could be provided regarding your apprenticeship program would be greatly appreciated.

    Jayden Hammond

13. I looking to learn more about your apprenticeship, I currently do fiber work has a Groundman. But have been looking in to you for awhile

14. Hey I am also interested in learning about an apprenticeship through you guys. I currently have a class a cdl.

15. Could you please send me some information about becoming a power lineman. Do you start off as an apprentice or do you need to go to school first?

    Thank you.

    – Xavier Ortiz

16. I have been looking into the electrical lineman trade and substation electrician and am interested in opportunities for apprenticeships. I would appreciate any information. Thank you.

17. Hello I am interested in a career working as a lineman. What steps do I take to become a lineman?

18. I’m a electrician and i am very interested in being a lineman. What does it take to becoming one?

19. Hello,

    I’m not really sure exactly how you get started with a career in becoming a lineman or even working for AEP. Any recommendations or info on becoming a lineman?

    1. I am considering moving to ohio in the canton area within the next year and wanted to know if there were any positions available for Groundman in the Overhead Distribution department in the near area?

20. Hello, I am interested in becoming a lineman, or getting a job at AEP. I have no experience but would like to know how or where I could get my foot in the door in this kind of work.

21. Hello I am interested in a career working as a lineman. What steps do I take to become a lineman?

22. Hello, I’m really looking for a career change and have been wanting to get into line work with AEP. I have no line experience and would like to know more on getting to be a lineman.

23. Hello AEP,

    I would like some information about apprenticeships that might be available at AEP, especially to become a lineman.

    Regards,

    Raoul

24. Hello I am interested in becoming a lineman do you offer any apprenticeship programs? If so could you send me more information on how to get started

25. Hello I am a recent high school graduate and I waz hoping to get some information on your linemen apprenticeship.

26. Hello, I am very interested in the AEP Line repair apprentice program. Currently a sales Manager for major retailer and looking for a long term career to transition over to.

    1. Hello, I’d like some information on becoming an apprentice lineman.

27. Hey! I’m interested in becoming a lineman. Could I get information on apprenticeship programs AEP might have. Thanks!

28. Hi, I’m interested in becoming a lineman. Could you give me some information for apprenticeships the are offered by AEP?

29. Hello, I’m interested in starting a apprenticeship with AEP Ohio. I have recently got out of the the United States Marine Corp. I just need the appropriate information on how to start this all.

30. Hello, I’m interested in becoming a lineman apprentice. Could I get information on any apprenticeship programs AEP has available?

31. I would like more information on Substation Electrician training and Linesman training. I am currently an electrician.Thank You

32. I am interested in how to become a Lineman Apprentice and getting more info also if possible. Thank you.

33. Hello my name is John, I am currently a senior in high school in central Ohio. I am interested in becoming an AEP lineman and curious where I can find more information.

34. Hello, I was curious how to become a lineman? Do you have to go to school first or can you start out as an apprentice? Thank you!????

35. Would like some information on starting a career as a line worker. Are any certifications or training needed to start working or are you trained while working? Any info would be appreciated, thank you.

36. Hello, I would like information on how to start the process of becoming an apprentice lineman. Thanks!

37. I am interested in some information on becoming a lineman Apprentice.

    1. I am 23 years old. Looking for a career change. Always been drawn towards lineman work. Just curious to know if you guys have an apprenticeship program that I could join or not. If you do I’d be very interested! Thanks in advance!

38. i am very interested in becoming a linemen, and i’m looking into getting an apprenticeship, and or going about getting the education to become one.

39. Hi I am currently looking to make a career change and am interested in the Lineman apprenticeship program. If I could get any information on this it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

40. Was wondering how I get started in the apprenticeship with AEP?

41. Hi,I’d like to see what I need to do to begin a career as a apprentice lineman. Thanks in advance for the help!

42. Hi my name is Roger and I too would like to know more about the apprenticeship linemen or substation electrician.

    Thank you in advance for the info!

43. Hello my name is Joe Lemaster i am interested in you lineman apprenticeship.

44. I was wanting to know how I could get started in a line crew apprenticeship

45. I am interested in information on the linemen apprenticeship program

46. Good morning, my name is George Lemaster I am also interested in your in the apprenticeship program.

47. How do I apply for your apprenticeship program to become a lineman? I live in Canton ,Ohio. I am 18 years old and a high school graduate with honors.

48. I would like to get information about careers with AEP for my son who is a HS senior.

49. Interested in becoming a lineman any information would be great

50. Interested in your guys apprenticeship, looking to get more info! Thank you.

51. I’m looking to start a career in electrical line work. Do you guys offer an apprenticeship program that does schooling as well?

52. Hi, I am interested in becoming a lineman, could I get some information on your apprenticeship program? Thank you!

53. Hi, I am very interested in becoming a lineman! I currently do work on coal fired boilers and have been in multiple AEP coal fired power plants and have industrial experience. Any information would be greatly appreciated!

54. How do I go about signing up for the lineman apprenticeship program?

55. How long is the typical response time on a submitted job application. It’s been almost a month and I haven’t heard anything.

56. Do people in the apprenticeship program receive benefits. Like health insurance.

57. Currently, I am studying for the CAST exam. Specifically to become a lineman. I was wondering what index score is within hiring parameters for AEP? Also, if I attain beginners CDL before hire would that expedite the process of a hire? Any help on this matter is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

58. How do I get into the apprenticeship program to be a line worker ?

59. Could I have more information on the Lineman Apprenticeship program, and application?

60. Hello! I’m interested in a lineman apprenticeship program, do you need prior experience?

61. Hi I’m a senior in high school, will graduate in May, and I’m interested in becoming a lineman. Can you provide me with more information on the apprenticeship program?

    Thanks

62. Hi I was wondering if I could have more information on becoming a lineman and attending lineman school. Thank you for your time.

63. Hello!

    I am interested to transition from Telecommunications Technician to Lineman wit AEP in Columbus, Ohio. I have a good friend who is currently employed as one of your Lineman and the position comes highly recommended. How might I best position myself to be hired or to receive an apprenticeship with AEP.

    Thank you for your time!

    PJ

64. Looking for info on how to become a lineman

65. I’m interested in the apprenticeship, how do I go about getting in?

66. Hey I was looking to get more information on becoming a AEP lineman, is there anywat i can get some?

    Thanks,
    Jake

67. Hi! I’m interested in the apprenticeship and process of becoming a linemen. Any information would be great! Thanks!

68. Hey I just want information about the apprenticeship program you guys offer, and how to apply.

69. I am very interested in the powerline field. I was wondering if there were any apprenticeships around my area available.

70. Hello,

    I am interested in working with AEP as a line mechanic -d. I have searched the jobs and do not see any positions available in the Columbus Ohio area. I registered to receive job posting updates as well. Does this position become available often? I would really like to speak with someone about starting as a line mechanic -d. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!
    Joseph Kaya

71. Hi,

    I am interested in becoming a lineman. Although there are currently no openings, is it possible for me to speak with someone and get a better understanding of the day to day responsibilities?
    Thanks,
    Nicole Everetts

72. Thank you very much for your help!

73. Hello, I’m interested in becoming a lineman. Is there training I can complete through AEP. Thanks

74. Hello, as everyone else stated, I am also interested in becoming a lineman for AEP and looking for info on how to do so!

75. I have applied for several Lineman Mechanic -D jobs at AEP. I got an email to take the CAST test a few weeks ago, which I took and passed. I graduated from Lineman School a few months ago. I also graduated from a vocational electrician school. I have been working for an electric company for over two years. My dream is to be a lineman at AEP. When will I hear something back from AEP? I am hoping for an interview. Thanks

76. Where can I get information on becoming a apprentice linemen. Im 19 years old. Had some stuff happen at the career school that took my path to becoming one away. Have had this dream since sophomore year and I’m ready to achieve it with everything it takes to become one. Iv had a strong passion for this job and it’s so difficult to get into when you come from a poor family to get into school. 🙁 please help

77. I am a senior in high school and am looking to become a lineman. I would like to receive some more information and have a few questions answered.

78. I wanna get started into line work I have my CDL class A I’m only 19.

79. I am interested in becoming a lineman. But I don’t know where to start. If you all just offer on-site apprenticeship or if a trade school is required.

80. Good afternoon, I took my test a month ago and I was never told if I passed or failed. Thank you

81. I’m interested in becoming a lineman how to I get started?

82. Can you please forward me information regarding school/training on becoming a lineman with AEP?

83. Hi,

    I was wandering how I could reach someone that does the hiring for apprentice lineman?

84. I have a Senior student in NW Ohio (Genoa) who is interested in job shadowing. Is this something that has been done before or is allowed? If so, who could I contact to potentially set this up?

85. I would like to become become a Lineman, I made this career choice right before COVID-19 started. I was enrolled and attending a Power Lineman Course, but the school remained shutdown for a very long duration and now I can’t get a straight answer on how to redo the Student Loans that aspect of it is just a mess. I was wondering if you guys had any guidance or information? I have completed my D-100, First Aid, I was about half through before the school shut down. I would appreciate any information on becoming a Line Mechanic, Thank You I hope to hear from you!

86. I’m currently a lineman for another power company but I’ve been looking towards aep for a new challenge. Could I get any information on the local line shops and be able to speak to someone please?

87. I applied for a Line Mechanic D position locally, my application status went from “applied” to “under review.”

    I then applied for another Line Mechanic D position that was also within your desired distance from me as I heard from a source that the first one was filled. The second one is still listed as “applied.”
    Do I need to withdraw from the first one in order for the second one to process in the portal?
    Also wondering if I should have heard something when my original status switched to “under review?” Or why I was not informed that the job was no longer available.
    Any information helps and I would love to speak with someone personally about how this hiring process works exactly.

88. Hello!

    I am inquiring to see when you will be doing the hiring for the Lineman D position? I just applied yesterday. Was wondering if it will be for the new year coming up? Very interested, thanks!

89. Hey I’m looking on how to become a lineman or even a internship with aep is there anyway I can get information on it?

90. I’m currently a lineman for another power provider and applied to AEP on December 1st 2021. I went and took the cast-r test but I haven’t received any results yet and my application still says applied and that someone will be in contact with me soon. Is this a normal waiting period or should I assume that the position has been filled.

91. Hello I’m a senior in Highschool and was wondering if you would be willing to hire me as a groundsman right after Highschool???

92. Hi I’m Jeff . I’m looking for a career that I can start a soon as possible is there anything open for me and a friend we are very dedicated!

93. I would like how to become a lineman. I’ve been wanting to join the field and never had the chance to talk to someone about it. I’m working for a line clearing company right now but I want to go the next step and get into lineman work.

94. Do u offer apprenticeship lineman work? Wanting to get into this field and having a hard time finding a company.

95. If someone does not pass the CAST test the first time they apply, does that automatically eliminate them from being able to take it again?

96. How do i get into the apprenticeship program for lineman work?

97. Hi this is jake, I would like to look into becoming a line worker!! Could you send me over the info for the apprenticeship line worker position please.

98. I was hoping to get in the world either into the job or the schooling could you please help me get involved?

99. Hello,

    I’m curious if someone can contact me to answer a few questions I have about getting started. I’m currently working in the IBEW but want to see my options. Thank you!

100. Hello, I am looking to get into line work in the canton Ohio area and was wondering how I could get into an apprenticeship.

101. Hello, I’m looking to get started into power lineman work. I would like to go through aep apprenticeship program, be a groundman and start from the bottom. I have a class a cdl and am also a veteran of the United States Navy.