Journeyman Estimator

PacifiCorp; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp is seeking a Journeyman Estimator to perform comprehensive estimating functions with a solid grounding in electrical theory, construction specifications, and applicable codes. The role involves field surveys, permit preparation, and contributing to district budgeting and policy compliance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete an Estimator apprenticeship or equivalent education.

Qualifications

• Must understand electrical theory and practical applications.
• Thorough knowledge of construction specs, electrical codes, tariffs and policies.
• Ability to perform field surveys and prepare related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform estimating functions and related duties as part of the Journeyman Estimator role.
• Prepare right-of-way permits, crossing and conflict documents as required.
• Assist in preparation of district annual budgets and expenditure requisitions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate estimates and compliance with tariffs.
• Maintain knowledge of rate structures and service policies.

Skills

Electrical theory

Construction specifications

Electrical codes

Rate and service policies

Field surveys

Education

High school diploma

Estimator apprenticeship program

Job description

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion & belonging.

Responsibilities

AJourneyman Estimator is an employee qualified to perform all estimating functions by training as a Journeyman Estimator Apprentice or equivalent education and experience. They shall have an intermediate knowledge of electrical theory and practice, and a detailed knowledge of construction specifications, electrical codes, and rate and service policies. They may make field surveys, prepare right-of-way permits, crossing and conflict documents, expenditure requisitions and related papers and assists in the preparation of district annual budgets as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of a Estimator apprenticeship program or equivalent education and experience.
• Candidate must have a basic knowledge of electric theory and operations and a thorough knowledge of construction specifications, electrical codes, mapping systems and line extension policies and tariffs.
• Successfully pass the Estimator exam within 6 months from start date.

Preferences

• 2 years of customer service experience.
• Familiarity with the Electric Service Requirements Manual and IBEW Local 125 Working Agreement.

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorpmakes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

Primary Location: Portland, Oregon (100% On-Site)
Schedule: Full-Time
Hiring Range: $55.62 per hour

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.