Line Technician

About the role

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) is seeking Journey-level Line Technicians to work as part of a crew constructing, installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electric power systems—including transmission, distribution, overhead, and underground facilities—and assisting underground network crews as needed. The position is based in Eugene, Oregon; candidates must reside in Oregon within a 45‑minute commute of 4200 Roosevelt Blvd., Eugene, OR 97402. Relocation reimbursement may be available for out‑of‑area applicants.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective high and low voltage conductors, insulators, equipment and related hardware.
• Install/replace overhead and pad mount transformers and primary switches.
• Install/replace poles, structures and towers.
• Transfer energized and de‑energized overhead conductors, equipment and guys from damaged or decaying facilities to new facilities.
• String and splice wire for overhead distribution and transmission systems with conductor sizes up to and including 795 kcmil.
• Install and terminate underground distribution cable, sizes up to and including 1000 kcmil using underground pulling equipment.
• Trim trees near energized wires in emergency situations.
• Train, assist, and mentor Line Technician Apprentices and contribute to monthly progress reports.