Journeyman Lineman

Portland General Electric•Woodburn, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At PGE, the work involves planning and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. PGE energizes lives, strengthens communities, and advances energy solutions intended to promote social, economic, and environmental progress. 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 position is based at the Woodburn Operations Center and is listed for day shift. The Company provides a continuous public service, and the job may involve assisting with storms or other Company emergencies. Starting pay is $70.87. The position is covered by Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations. 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.