Journeyman Lineman

Midstate Electric Cooperative; Pine (OR); On-site; USD 142,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Midstate Electric Cooperative is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to perform overhead and underground construction, maintenance, and outage restoration on transmission and distribution systems. The role emphasizes safe, reliable service to members and a strong commitment to safety and public service.

Key activities include setting poles, stringing conductors, installing transformers and breakers, and restoring outages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a certified utility or union-affiliated Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program.
• Extensive experience in overhead and underground distribution construction, maintenance, and outage restoration.
• Oregon Class A Commercial Driver's License (or ability to obtain).
• Must reside within 45 minutes of reporting facility and be available by phone.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance on energized and de-energized lines at all voltages.
• Set poles and anchors, string conductors, install transformers, regulators, breakers, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and restore service during outages and emergencies.
• Operate line trucks and equipment safely and in compliance with company policy.
• Complete required reports (time, outage, job orders, etc.) accurately and timely.
• Participate in all safety meetings, follow all safety rules, and serve on safety committees as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program grad

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

The Journeyman Lineman performs overhead and underground construction, maintenance, and outage restoration on transmission and distribution systems. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient electric service to our members while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance on energized and de-energized lines at all voltages
• Set poles and anchors, string conductors, install transformers, regulators, breakers, and related equipment
• Troubleshoot and restore service during outages and emergencies
• Operate line trucks and equipment safely and in compliance with company policy
• Complete required reports (time, outage, job orders, etc.) accurately and timely
• Participate in all safety meetings, follow all safety rules, and serve on safety committees as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a certified utility or union-affiliated Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program
• Extensive experience in overhead and underground distribution construction, maintenance, and outage restoration
• Oregon Class A Commercial Driver's License (or ability to obtain)
• Must reside within 45 minutes of reporting facility and be available by phone
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills

Additional Information

• This is an Outside Bargaining Unit position (IBEW Local 125).
• $68.52/hour
• Application Deadline: September 11, 2026

Midstate Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment

We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We fully consider all qualified applicants including those with a criminal history.

Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment

We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We fully consider all qualified applicants including those with a criminal history.