Journeyman Lineman
Umatilla Electric CooperativeHermiston, Oregon, United States
Posted October 30, 2025
132760 - 132760 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) serves the residents and businesses of Eastern Oregon as a member‑owned electric utility headquartered in Hermiston. The cooperative delivers reliable, cost‑effective electricity while investing in modern grid infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives to support the region’s growing logistics and data center sectors. UEC differentiates itself through a strong commitment to community engagement, offering comprehensive employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and local fundraising opportunities. Its focus on sustainability, member service, and regional economic development positions UEC as a leading cooperative in the Pacific Northwest.
Job Description
This position operates all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines. Performs substation maintenance, construction and switching in substations for both distribution and transmission voltages. Repairs and replaces overhead transmission and distribution power lines and associated equipment. De-energizes and ground power lines and equipment to permit safe working conditions. Repairs and trouble shoots underground lines and equipment. Climbs poles and uses a bucket which is attached to truck mounted booms and cranes. Performs work in a safe manner in conformance with all applicable regulations.
Requirements
- Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others
- Completion of an approved apprentice program for electrical utility journeyman linemen is required
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Oregon Class “A” CDL License is required
Benefits
- 4-10 Schedule (Friday's Off)
- 401(K) up to 11% Company Match
- Pension Plan (100% Employer Sponsored)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits options
- Competitive Wages
- Vacation, Sick Leave and 11 paid holidays
- Gym Membership Subsidy
- Employer Sponsored Training
- Various Opportunities for Fundraising and giving back to the community
