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Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station ... Estimating. Responsibilities As a Journeyman Lineman you will install, maintain and repair all ...

Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station ... Estimating. Responsibilities As a Journeyman Lineman you will install, maintain and repair all ...

Journeyman Lineman

Haines, AK · On-site

$60 - $69/hr

Journeyman Lineman including up to a $25,000.00 Sign-on Bonus & up to $10,000.00 in Relocation ... Maintain and repair of power line hardware and substation equipment * Carry out the directives set ...

Lineman for Carolina Power & Signalization performs diversified electrical construction and ... Tests and operates overhead electrical distribution, transmission and substation equipment without ...

JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN

Pasco, WA · On-site

$138K/yr

Join our team as a Journeyman Lineman and put your skills and experience to work keeping our ... systems, substation construction and maintenance, and switching for both distribution and ...

Lineman Journeyman REQUISITION : DIS00ZA DEPARTMENT : Atchison Line LOCATION : Atchison, KS PAY ... substation maintenance and construction work following equipment specific training Effective ...

Journeyman Lineman

Sitka, AK · On-site

$72.10/hr

... substation equipment and circuits • Operates heavy equipment and vehicles • Climbs poles/towers ... Lineman perform the work as a Journeyman Lineman under close supervision by another Journeyman ...

The Lineman for Carolina Power & Signalization is responsible for performing a variety of electrical construction and maintenance tasks related to generating stations, transmission/substation, and ...

Journeyman Lineman including up to a $25,000.00 Sign-on Bonus & up to $10,000.00 in Relocation ... Maintain and repair of power line hardware and substation equipment * Carry out the directives set ...

Lineman Journeyman REQUISITION : DIS00ZA DEPARTMENT : Atchison Line LOCATION : Atchison, KS PAY ... substation maintenance and construction work following equipment specific training Effective ...

The Lineman for Carolina Power & Signalization is responsible for performing a variety of electrical construction and maintenance tasks related to generating stations, transmission/substation, and ...

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How much do substation lineman jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for substation lineman in the United States is $34.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a substation lineman?

A Substation Lineman is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical substations that help regulate power distribution. Their duties include working with high-voltage equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring the safe operation of transformers, circuit breakers, and other substation components. They often work at great heights and in various weather conditions while adhering to strict safety protocols. Strong knowledge of electrical systems, technical skills, and physical endurance are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a substation lineman?

To thrive as a Substation Lineman, you need strong electrical knowledge, physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by formal apprenticeship or vocational training. Proficiency with electrical testing instruments, power tools, safety gear, and adherence to OSHA regulations or a journeyman license is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency when maintaining or repairing high-voltage substations in a hazardous environment.

What kind of work environment can I expect as a substation lineman?

As a Substation Lineman, you can expect to work outdoors in various weather conditions, often at heights or in confined spaces, and sometimes during nights or weekends to address emergencies. You’ll collaborate closely with other linemen, electricians, supervisors, and engineers to ensure equipment is installed, maintained, and repaired safely and efficiently. The team environment emphasizes strong safety protocols and clear communication due to the inherent hazards of electrical infrastructure work. While the job can be physically demanding, it offers opportunities to develop specialized skills, advance into supervisory roles, and experience a high level of job stability.

What does a substation lineman do?

A substation lineman installs, maintains, and repairs electrical equipment within substations, ensuring reliable power distribution. They work with high-voltage systems, use specialized tools, and often require safety certifications and knowledge of electrical codes. Their work environment involves climbing structures and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
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Infographic showing various Substation Lineman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,778 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

$63.05/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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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 & belonging.

General Purpose

A Journeyman shall have had at least three years’ experience or equivalent related training, and shall be qualified in one of the following branches of the trade:

  • Line Construction and Maintenance;
  • Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station Wireman and Journeyman Station Meter & Relay Technician;
  • Meter Installation, Testing and Maintenance;
  • Underground Construction and Maintenance;
  • Communications Construction and Maintenance and 
  •  Estimating.
Responsibilities

As a Journeyman Lineman you will 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, hot sticking, and  working out of truck mounted bucket lifts 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 work on de-energized lines and equipment.  You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade.

Requirements
  • A high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A Journeyman Lineman certification or testing through IBEW Local 125. 
  • Completion of a formal training program for a Journeyman Lineman.
  • Must meet examining board review of skills and experience. 
  • Candidate must have formal hot stick training and experience.
  • Must own, or be able to obtain, a Class A Commercial Driver's License.    
  • This position 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.  
Physical Demands

The job duties of Lineman require lifting in excess of 75 lbs from floor to waist and waist to overhead, carrying in excess of 75 lbs with both hands, and pushing and pulling in excess of 100 lbs of exertional force.  Job duties of the Lineman require sustained, awkward positions/postures including bending and twisting at the waist and neck; reaching forward, to the side, across the body and overhead.  Additional requirements of the Lineman position include forceful grip and pinch; manipulation of small objects; balancing on one or both legs during dynamic activities; manipulation of large objects during activities requiring balance and sustained awkward postures.  

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.
Preferences

Preference may be given to candidates who have the following:  2+ years experience as a Journeymen Lineman

Additional Information

Req Id: 114560 
Company Code: PacifiCorp  #PM25  
Primary Location: Yakima, Washington (100% Onsite)
Department: Power Delivery 
Schedule: Full-Time
Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 125
Hiring Range: $63.05 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.


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