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PacifiCorp

Journeyman Lineman

Yakima, WA

$63.05/hr

Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station ... You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade. Requirements * A high school diploma ...

PacifiCorp

Journeyman Lineman

Yakima, WA

$63.05/hr

Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station ... You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade. Requirements * A high school diploma ...

PacifiCorp

Journeyman Lineman

Yakima, WA · On-site

$63.05/hr

Station and Substation Construction and Maintenance includes but not limited to: Journeyman Station ... You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade. Requirements * A high school diploma ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee substation lineman in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Substation Lineman vs Apprentice Substation Lineman?

AspectTrainee Substation LinemanApprentice Substation Lineman
CertificationsBasic electrical safety and OSHA trainingSame as Trainee, plus ongoing skill development
Work EnvironmentTraining sites, controlled substation environmentsOn-the-job in substations under supervision
Job RoleLearning installation, maintenance, and safety proceduresAssisting with tasks, gaining hands-on experience
Industry UsageEntry-level training phaseActive learning stage within the industry

Both roles involve working in substations and require safety certifications. The Trainee Substation Lineman is in a learning phase, focusing on training and skill development, while the Apprentice Substation Lineman actively performs tasks under supervision to gain practical experience. The main difference lies in their experience level and job responsibilities during training.

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Substation Trainee

Davis H Elliot Company, Inc.

Lexington, KY

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

As a Substation Trainee you will be required to perform all types of work in general substation construction. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities you will be completing the following:

  • General Construction (hand-digging, working with hand tools, carpentry)
  • Installation of below grade conduit & ground grid
  • Form & Pour concrete foundations
  • Reading blueprints, drawings, schematics, and other reference material
  • Able to work with a team to accomplish goals
  • Operate tools and equipment according to company and OSHA safety procedures 

Qualifications

  • Class A CDL is preferred but not required to hire (required within 6-months)
  • Construction Experience preferred
  • Valid drivers license
  • Own your own hand tools
  • Must be able to learn from On The Job training and work well with others
  • Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • STD and LTD Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401K w/ company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program 
  • Paid Vacation 
  • Servant Leadership Training
  • Uniforms and PPE provided

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