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At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. 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 d ay-to-day assignments   involving   demolition,   inst allation ,   troubleshooting, and commissioning   of   substation equipment .     The role   serves   our O regon   service   territory   including the   great er   Portland   area   with pockets extending t owards   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, i nstall,   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 req uirements . • Support mentorship, safety conversations, and training. • Integrate with   a construction   crew and   SUBOPS   Meter-Relay, SCADA, and communication technicians. • I nt eract 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 A pprenticeship . • Possess and   maintain   a CDL   Class A   d river ’s   l icense   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   [email protected]  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! Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric. 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 [email protected]  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.