Journeyman Lineman

Portland General Electric Company•Gresham, OR
•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the construction, operation, and safety of the Company’s lines and poles and all equipment attached to them. The role performs construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground transmission and distribution circuits, including work on energized and de-energized systems. It is based at the Gresham Operations Center and pays $70.87 per hour for a day shift. This position is covered by Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations. Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is part of the position. During the probationary period following reassignment, at least two progress reports will be completed and discussed with the employee by their immediate supervisor.

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 transformers, arresters, fuses, cutouts, switches, and street-lighting equipment.
  • Drive articulated boom trucks, ladder trucks, hole-digging and pole-setting equipment, and other equipment associated with distribution and transmission work.
  • Perform pole-top rescue as needed.
  • Climb poles to perform work.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Assist with storms or other Company emergencies.

Benefits

  • PGE offers a total rewards package designed to reward contributions and support employee well-being and professional development.
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