Cable Splicer Apprentice: Journeyman Lineman Path

Portland General Electric; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric in Portland, OR is seeking a skilled Assistant Cable Splicer to perform journeyman lineman duties across overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines. Responsibilities include safe work practices, splicing cables, installing transformers, and related tasks.

The role requires a Journeyman lineman card (or Journeyman Cable Splicer card), hot line experience, and a valid CDL. Starting pay is listed in the posting, with a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Journeyman lineman card required.
• If applicant is not a Journeyman Lineman, then a Journeyman Cable Splicer card is required.
• Hot line experience required.
• Commercial driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Work safely; rack, insulate, splice, and terminate leaded and nonleaded cables.
• Install and connect transformers and main-line service components.
• Perform primary switching in the underground area and switch lines at all voltages.
• Install and maintain streetlight standards and equipment.
• Drive company vehicles (cars and trucks).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman lineman

Journeyman Cable Splicer

Hot line experience

CDL

Job description

Portland General Electric in Portland, OR is seeking a skilled Assistant Cable Splicer to perform journeyman lineman duties across overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines. Responsibilities include safe work practices, splicing cables, installing transformers, and related tasks.

The role requires a Journeyman lineman card (or Journeyman Cable Splicer card), hot line experience, and a valid CDL. Starting pay is listed in the posting, with a comprehensive rewards package.