CDL-A Utility & Equipment Operator — Flagging

Portland General Electric; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric in Oregon City is seeking a Utility Worker to support a range of field and yard operations. The role requires operating vehicles from forklifts to light-duty trucks, delivering equipment, flagging for outages, and maintaining sites and equipment.

The position requires CDL Class A, flagging and forklift certifications (or willingness to obtain during probation). Evening/outage coverage and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CDL Class A license and flagging certification if not currently held.
• Forklift certification required or to be obtained within probationary period.
• Ability to use common hand tools and read simple sketches.
• Must be willing to participate in storm/outage support outside normal hours.
• Must meet physical requirements demonstrated by a pre-placement exam.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles including forklifts, skid steers, pickups and trucks up to 30,000 GVW.
• Deliver barricades and parking bags, hang door hangers, and shuttle tools.
• Flag outages and other situations as needed.
• Clean and maintain vehicles and equipment.
• Perform daily housekeeping in garages and parking areas.
• Organize, maintain and clean up pole yard.
• Follow PGE work practices and safety guidelines.
• Assist with storms or company emergencies as part of duties.

Skills

CDL Class A license

Flagging certification

Forklift certification

Small hand tools

Read PGE sketches

Safety regulations knowledge

Job description

Portland General Electric in Oregon City is seeking a Utility Worker to support a range of field and yard operations. The role requires operating vehicles from forklifts to light-duty trucks, delivering equipment, flagging for outages, and maintaining sites and equipment.

The position requires CDL Class A, flagging and forklift certifications (or willingness to obtain during probation). Evening/outage coverage and adherence to safety standards are essential.