Journey-Level Lineworker (Journeyman Lineman)

Portland General Electric Company•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. Responsible for construction, operation, and safety of the Company's lines and poles and all equipment attached thereto. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. Join us today and power your potential! Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric. PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

Requirements

Journeyman Lineman card required.
Hot stick experience required.
Must possess and maintain a valid CDL driver’s license.
Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA required.
Must be able to climb.

Responsibilities

Work safely
Construct and maintain dead or energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution circuits
Install and remove all types of transformers, arresters, fuses, cutouts, switches, and street-lighting equipment.
Drive articulated boom trucks, ladder trucks, hole-digging and pole-setting equipment, and other equip¬ment associated with distribution and transmission work.
Perform pole-top rescue as needed.
Climb poles to perform work.
Perform other duties as assigned.