Journeyman Lineman

Portland General Electric Company; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric in Gresham, OR seeks a Journeyman Lineman for day shift duties at the Gresham Operations Center. Starting pay is listed at $70.87 per hour with a focus on safe construction, operation, and maintenance of the company's overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines.

The role requires a Journeyman Lineman card, hot stick experience, a valid CDL license, OSHA knowledge, and the ability to climb.

Qualifications

• 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 all types of 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.

Skills

Journeyman Lineman card

Hot stick experience

CDL driver’s license

Safety regulations (OSHA) knowledge

Ability to climb

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

Job Title: Journeyman Lineman

Location: Gresham Operations Center

Pay: $70.87 / hr

Hours: Day Shift

It is recognized that the Company is engaged in a public service requiring continuous operation, and it is agreed that recognition of such an obligation of continuous service is imposed upon both the Company and the Union.

Responsible for construction, operation, and safety of the Company's lines and poles and all equipment attached thereto.

DUTIES: (Essential Job Responsibilities)

• Work safely
• Construct and maintain dead or energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution circuits
• Install and remove all types of transformers, arresters, fuses, cutouts, switches, and street-lighting equipment.
• Drive articulated boom trucks, ladder trucks, hole-digging and pole-setting equipment, and other equip¬ment associated with distribution and transmission work.
• Perform pole-top rescue as needed.
• Climb poles to perform work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: (Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required)

• 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.

The position for which you are applying is covered under the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations as defined in 49 CFR Part 40 and 49 CFR Parts 380, 390 and 391 which became effective on October 29, 2004. If you have been employed by PGE for less than 3 years, once you submit your Bid, you will receive a Supplemental Application form. The information you provide on the form related to the names and addresses of your previous employers during the preceding 3 years, dates of employment, reasons for leaving employment, whether you were subject to FMCSA while employed, whether your job was designated as a safety sensitive function in any DOT mode, may be used and your previous employers may be contacted. During the probationary period following reassignment to any job, at least two progress reports will be completed. These reports will be discussed with the employee by his/her immediate supervisor, and copies of each will be given to him/her. Starting pay is listed in the job posting above. PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [e-mail] or by calling 503-464-7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

November 16, 2026

At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector. We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.