Tired of the 9-5 grind? All our employees enjoy a 4-10 schedule with 3-day weekends as part of their compensation/benefits package. Columbia Power Cooperative supports a positive, results-oriented community approach to the work environment that provides a rewarding and fulfilling career opportunity.

Currently, Columbia Power Cooperative Association (CPC) is inviting applications for the position of Journeyman Lineman from qualified candidates.

CPC is an electrical distribution utility serving approximately 2,182 meters and 1,050 miles of distribution line in parts of four counties in Eastern Oregon. CPC serves the communities of Mitchell, Spray, Monument, Ukiah and the surrounding areas. CPC also operates and maintains approximately 90 miles of transmission line and four substations, together with 21 miles of underground line, covering approximately 3,100 square miles.

The cooperative is headquartered in Monument, Oregon, located along the banks of the North Fork of the John Day River, offering endless outdoor recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, fishing and hunting. Within a couple of hours of Monument you can find all the conveniences of the larger cities. If you are seeking to get out of the big cities and into a spectacular rural, small community location, this is the perfect opportunity you don't want to miss!

The cooperative offers a comprehensive benefits package and a salary structure commensurate with the IBEW Local 125 Collective Bargaining Agreement. Union membership is required within 30 days after hire date as a condition of continued employment.

Application packages must include a cover letter and resume, and include the full contact details of THREE employment references (Address, phone and email). Applications will be processed in the order they are submitted to be considered for periodic application review.

Years of experience as a journeyman lineman is preferred , however newly qualified journeyman lineman applications are also welcome. This is not an apprenticeship lineman position.

Columbia Power Cooperative Association is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

General Statement of Responsibilities

Performs overhead and underground electric line construction and maintenance, as well as the operation and maintenance of equipment under the direction of a Foreman.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, driving trucks, operating equipment, loading and unloading material, climbing poles, working from aerial man-lift devices, tree trimming/clearing.

Supervision Received

Works under the General Manager’s general supervision, receiving lead direction from the Foreman or Working Foreman.

Supervision Exercised

Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. However, this position is responsible for holding others accountable to provide information, paperwork, or other deliverables that are needed for operations.

Essential Functions

• Installs, operates and maintains overhead and underground facilities according to CPC standards and the NESC.
• Investigates service interruptions; sectionalizes and/or clears damaged equipment with maximum regard to public safety and speedy restoration of essential services.
• Uses electric line construction equipment including, but not limited to, stringing equipment, backhoes, derrick diggers, material handlers and trucks.
• Efficiently and safely performs line work on a pole or in a bucket truck.
• Troubleshoots electric transmission, distribution and customer service problems.
• Performs electrical “hot” work.
• Makes service connects and disconnects.
• Loads and unloads material.
• Possesses and displays a working knowledge of work rules and safety practices.
• Responds with sound judgment to unusual and hazardous circumstances.
• Maintains responsibility for verifying the condition of all vehicles, equipment and tools provided for use in the performance of work.
• Represents CPC in a manner conducive to good public relations.
• Subject to call out in case of emergency; participates in scheduled standby duty rotation and unscheduled back-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Takes initiative/self-motivated
• Lift, carry, pull, and push items that can weigh as much as 100 pounds
• Ability to climb poles and other system structures proficiently
• Clear and thorough understanding of switching processes
• Troubleshoot the source of power outages
• Knowledge of technology related to job duties
• Foster positive relationships

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

IBEW Journeyman Lineman status required before hire date.

Valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) and associated Medical Examiners Certification

Reside within 30 road miles or show-up time of not more than 35 minutes door-to-door from home to the Monument headquarters.

Pass a pre-employment background check, employment physical and drug screening.

Union membership is required within 30 days after hire date as a condition of continued employment

Physical Demands of Position

The job duties of the Lineman require lifting in excess of 100lbs, carrying in excess of 100lbs with both hands, and pushing and pulling in excess of 100lbs of exertional force.  Job duties of the Lineman require sustained, awkward positions/postures including bending and twisting at the waist and neck; reaching forward, to the side, across the body and overhead.  Additional requirements of the Lineman position include forceful grip and pinch; manipulation of small objects; balancing on one or both legs during dynamic activities; manipulation of large objects during activities requiring balance and sustained awkward postures.

Must be able to work in variable weather conditions including temperatures in excess of 80F or below -10F, large amounts of snow, and long periods of darkness. Must be able to work long hours in stressful conditions when restoring power during storms or other outages.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position. This position requires that the employee be available for work outside the normal daily work period. Travel may be required within the three-county service territory during the business day and infrequently overnight. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Any significant change in duties, responsibilities or activities will be bargained with the Union.

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