Journeyman Station Wireman

About the Role

A Station Wireman is a Journeyman who installs, repairs and maintains generating station, substation structures, equipment, apparatus and wiring. A Station Wireman Journeyman has a working knowledge of substation equipment, apparatus, and wiring.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, adjust, troubleshoot and repair substation equipment including, but not limited to, transformers, regulators, load tap changers, circuit breakers, circuit switchers, motor-operated and manual switches, bus work, wiring, battery banks and chargers, and substation structures.
• Operate substation equipment, including switching and grounding.
• Perform testing on substation apparatus such as power factor, transformer turns ratio, megger, ductor, battery load testing, oil sampling, and other analytical tests as assigned.
• Follow safety rules and company standards.
• May work in confined spaces and in elevated work areas, and may work with bucket and boom trucks.
• May work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions, and be responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or proof of equivalent.
• Has successfully completed a Journeyman Wireman or equivalent apprenticeship and experience.
• 4+ years experience in the Wireman trade.
• Proficient in all diagnostic testing, analysis of test results on equipment, apparatus and wiring.
• Good driving record.
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Must pass a pre-qualifying skills test.

Benefits

• 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.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) — time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union).
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Additional Information

Primary Location: Walla Walla, 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.