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At PGE, we have a few positions that we hire for consistently throughout the year and our Journeyman Wireman roles are one of them! We are developing a talent pool for these opportunities. Please put in your resume with your interest and let's start the conversation!
This is not a posting for an active open position. This is a posting to discover interest in our Journeyman Wireman roles at Portland General Electric.
This role will support PGE's Substation Construction team with day-to-day assignments involving demolition, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of substation equipment. The role serves our Oregon service territory including the greater Portland area with pockets extending towards Salem, Clatskanie, and Central Oregon.
Want to be part of this tradition of service to customers and community?
You should know that we are selective. We have created an environment where dedicated professionals who do quality work safely, really shine.
In return, our compensation is highly competitive, ranking among the highest in Oregon and the US. It also reflects the value we place on our Wiremen and the critical service they provide. Here an overview of our package:

• 401k match of 7% with additional 7% profit share

• Company provided safety gear

• Paid vacation days and holidays

• Opportunities to earn overtime pay

• Excellent health and dental options for all dependents

• 15% off your electric bill, if you live in PGE service territory, after six months of employment

The Position: Journeyman Wireman
Work Location: This role will report to one of our operations centers, located within the PGE footprint.
Rate of pay: $70.87/hr
Hours:Day Shift, Monday-Friday
PGE supports 24/7/365 continuous operations for our Customers and Public. This role will be called upon at various times to provide after-hours support our obligation of continuous service.
Job Duties, General Requirements, and Skills:

• Demolish, install, wire, troubleshoot, and commission all types, sizes, and voltages of substation equipment in a safe, professional manner. Assignments may include retrofits, partial or full rebuilds, and greenfield installations across PGE's distribution, transmission, and generation substation facilities.

• The role requires personnel to be outdoors in the elements, work on the ground and at heights, and lift over 50 pounds. There may be opportunities to work extended hours or weekends.

• Perform switching and tagging.

• Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA requirements.

• Support mentorship, safety conversations, and training.

• Integrate with a construction crew and SUBOPS Meter-Relay, SCADA, and communication technicians.

• Interact and communicate with customers, the general public, and other PGE staff.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Those role includes an extendable 6-month probationary period with documented progress reports.

Required Certifications:

• Current Journeyman Wireman card with evidence of completion of a Wireman Apprenticeship.

• Possess and maintain a CDL Class A driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsement. Must possess and maintain a valid driving medical card.

Wireman B Program:
PGE offers a Wireman B program for Journeyman Electricians to apply for this position and train the specific Journeyman Wireman work. If this is you, please apply and accurately list your certifications, skills, and Journeyman Electrician card and apprenticeship information.
What are the next steps?
From here, a PGE recruiter review your application for the required qualifications and will schedule a phone screen to understand your interest, experience, and desired work locations.
By applying to this posting, you are submitting your interest for a Journeyman Wireman role with PGE. This is not an open position we are hiring for.
Once we have an open position, we will notify all qualified candidates and will start the official hiring process.
Offers are contingent upon passing a background check (public records search, education, and employment verification), pre-placement medical examination, and drug screen. PGE goes by federal guidelines for drug screens which includes testing for marijuana (THC)
Join us today and power your potential!
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 talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.
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. To find out more, click here.
Join us today and power your potential!
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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 talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.