Journeyman Lineman Troubleshooter

Pacific Power; Montpelier (ID); On-site; USD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass (Portland/Salt Lake 

Parental Leave

Job summary

PacifiCorp in Montpelier, ID is hiring a Journeyman Lineman Troubleshooter. You will construct and maintain transmission and distribution lines, install meters, and address customer service issues.

The position requires diverse field work and the ability to supervise trainees, with a focus on safety and reliability. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a schedule of Monday to Friday with 24/7 coverage; candidates must meet physical demands and possess a Journeyman Lineman credential plus a

Qualifications

• Journeyman Lineman training completed and certified.
• CDL license or ability to obtain one.
• 4+ years as Journeyman Lineman in a rural setting.
• 2+ years as Journeyman Serviceman.
• Meets examining board review of skills and experience.
• Post-offer physical capacity screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain distribution lines, street lights, transformers and related equipment.
• Install and remove meters; read and change meter charts.
• Investigate and handle customer service complaints, including radio interference.
• Collect delinquent accounts and inform customers of billing issues.
• Train and direct a trainee in the trade.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman Lineman certification

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Power Your Greatness

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

Date: Sep 18, 2026
Location: MONTPELIER, ID, US, 83254
Company: PacifiCorp

Responsibilities

As a Journeyman Lineman Troubleshooter, you'll work effectively with customers and (a) construct and maintain distribution lines, service street lights, transformers, and related equipment, (b) install and remove meters, (c) read and change charts on all types and sizes of meters, (d) investigate and handle customer service complaints, including those involving radio interference, and (e) collect delinquent accounts.

In addition, the following Lineman duties are also a part of the position expectations:

• Install, maintain and repair all transmission and distribution electrical systems and associated equipment, both overhead and underground, while utilizing line trucks, aerial boom lifts and wire pulling equipment.
• Maintenance of lines and services will require pole climbing, working out of truck mounted bucket lift to construct, repair or maintain line equipment or string, splice and sag wire on live or dead circuits.
• Operates switches, cutouts and uses grounding devices to de-energize lines and equipment.
• You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade.

Requirements

• Completion of a formal training program for a Journeyman Lineman.
• Must meet examining board review of skills and experience.
• Journeyman Lineman certification or testing through Local 57.
• Must hold a CDL license or a good driving record in order to obtain one.
• 4+ years of experience as a Journeymen Lineman in a rural environment.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Journeyman Serviceman.

Physical Demands

• Lifting in excess of 75 lbs from floor to waist and waist to overhead.
• Carrying in excess of 75 lbs with both hands.
• Pushing and pulling in excess of 100 lbs of exertional force.
• Sustained, awkward positions/postures including bending and twisting at the waist and neck.
• Reaching forward, to the side, across the body and overhead.
• Frceful grip and pinch; manipulation of small objects.
• Balancing on one or both legs during dynamic activities.
• Manipulation of large objects during activities requiring balance.

This position may requires a post-offer, pre-placement physical capacity screening, conducted by a licensed physical therapist, to assure the candidate meets the physical demands of the job. The screening will assess only the identified physical demands of the job being applied for.

Benefits

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, PacifiCorp makes 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
• Paid Parental Leave (non-union)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

Additional Information

• Primary Location: MONTPELIER, ID
• Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25
• Department: Power Delivery
• Schedule: M-F 0730-1600 (24/7 Coverage)
• Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 57 PD
• Hiring Range: $61.48
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without 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.
• Nearest Major Market: Idaho Falls
• Career Segment: Power Systems, Electrical, Technical Support, Energy, Engineering, Technology