Substation Journeyman

PacifiCorp; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 179,088,000 - 199,752,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp in Medford, Oregon is seeking a Substation Journeyman with solid knowledge of substation equipment to install, test, and repair components while following safety rules and company standards.

This full-time, on-site role requires 6+ years of journeyman/industrial electrician experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Class A CDL within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus completion of an apprenticeship program.
• 6+ years combined journeyman/apprentice experience as Substation Journeyman/Industrial Electrician.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Class A CDL within 60 days.
• Must pass a pre-qualifying skills test.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, adjust, troubleshoot and repair substation equipment.
• Operate substation equipment, including switching and grounding.
• Perform testing such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, and oil sampling.
• Follow safety rules and company standards; may work in confined spaces or elevated areas.

Skills

6+ years journeyman experience

Clean driving record

Valid Class A CDL

Pre-qualifying skills test

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

Responsibilities

A Substation Journeyman has a working knowledge of substation equipment, apparatus, and wiring. They install, maintain, test, adjust, troubleshoot and repair substation equipment which includes, but is not limited to transformers, regulators, load tap changers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, motor-operated and manual switches, bus work, wiring, battery banks and chargers, and substation structures. They operate substation equipment, including switching and grounding. They perform testing on substation apparatus such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, ductor, battery load testing, oil sampling, and other analytical tests as assigned. They are expected to follow safety rules and company standards. They may work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, may work with bucket and boom trucks. They may work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions, and be responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus completion of a Substation Journeyman/Electrician or equivalent apprenticeship program.
• Documented 6+ years combined Journeyman/Apprentice experience as a Substation Journeyman/Industrial Electrician.
• Good driving record.
• Candidate must possess or obtain within 60 days and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Must pass a pre-qualifying skills test.

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

Req Id: 114869
Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25
Primary Location: Medford, Oregon (100% Onsite)
Department: Power Delivery
Schedule: Full-time
Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 659
Hiring Range: $65.74 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.