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Do workers at PPL get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
69% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Does PPL pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
40% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At PPL, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
69% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from PPL affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at PPL?

Some people get paid time off from work.
36% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 79% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at PPL worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
84% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do PPL workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
68% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it for PPL workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at PPL?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
44% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do PPL managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at PPL spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
35% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at PPL?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
74% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at PPL good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at PPL feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
46% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at PPL?

Some people feel stressed out here.
61% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at PPL?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
37% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at PPL?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think PPL’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how PPL is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
56% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Infographic showing various Temporary job openings at Ppl in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Hybrid job distribution.
Troubleman/Journeyman Line Worker - SHIFT

Troubleman/Journeyman Line Worker - SHIFT

PPL Corporation

Lancaster, PA • On-site

Other

Posted 2 days ago


PPL rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 50 rated energy and utility


Job description

Company Summary Statement
PPL Electric Utilities delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity to more than 1.4 million homes and businesses throughout its 29-county service territory in eastern and central Pennsylvania. Through smart investments and innovation, it has built one of the most advanced electric grids in the United States. And, with over a century of expertise, PPL Electric remains focused on continuing to build the utility of the future, today. Regularly ranking among the country's best utility companies for reliability and customer satisfaction, PPL Electric has won numerous awards, including 30 J.D. Power Awards for providing top-quality service to residential and business customers. PPL Electric is a major employer and an active supporter of the communities it serves. Empowering employees, community members and initiatives across its service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability, and wellbeing.
Overview

PPL Electric Utilities is hiring for qualified Troublemen. This is a "shift worker", union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).   

Primary responsibilities for these jobs include, investigation and resolution of trouble calls, voltage abnormalities on transmission and distribution systems associated with but not limited to PPL facilities.  

Proof of Journeyman Lineworker certificate required. 

The successful completion of a written and physical assessment is required to be considered for these positions. More information regarding testing will be provided via email upon resume review and candidate selection. 
Successful candidates must meet a 30-mile residency requirement from their respective work location within six (6) months of start date.  

The locations we are hiring for will be in the following regions; specific service center locations will be provided later in the hiring process OR at time of offer. 

  • Lehigh/Northeast Region 
  • Central/Susquehanna Region
  • Harrisburg/Lancaster Region 

All invitations for testing and interviews will be sent via email


Responsibilities
  1. Performs all the direct duties of the Journeyman Lineman-FS.
  2. Patrols transmission and distribution systems locating and correcting trouble. Investigates customer inquiries.
  3. Makes recommendations for crewing and equipment required to make temporary and/or necessary repairs.
  4. Answers alarms and performs necessary work to protect company’s equipment
  5. Performs such other related duties as assigned or as necessary.

Qualifications
  1. Successfully passing the EEI CAST test or its replacement.
  2. Satisfactory performance as Journeyman Lineman-FS and successful completion of the Journeyman Lineman’s units of instruction.
  3. Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s license within six (6) months.
  4. Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used to perform the above duties.
  5. Working knowledge and adherence to the provisions of the Safety Rules applicable to work performed.
  6. Thorough knowledge of the company’s Energy Control system.
  7. Working knowledge of computer-based systems pertaining to the job.
  8. Ability to interpret sketches, diagrams, and specifications.
  9. Ability to direct other employees.
  10. Strength and endurance to perform the above duties.

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Qualifications:
  1. Successfully passing the EEI CAST test or its replacement.
  2. Satisfactory performance as Journeyman Lineman-FS and successful completion of the Journeyman Lineman’s units of instruction.
  3. Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s license within six (6) months.
  4. Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used to perform the above duties.
  5. Working knowledge and adherence to the provisions of the Safety Rules applicable to work performed.
  6. Thorough knowledge of the company’s Energy Control system.
  7. Working knowledge of computer-based systems pertaining to the job.
  8. Ability to interpret sketches, diagrams, and specifications.
  9. Ability to direct other employees.
  10. Strength and endurance to perform the above duties.

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