Working Foreman

Job Listing ID:

4472871

Job Title:

Working Foreman Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

John Day

Date Posted:

04/17/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program for an electrical lineman
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) and associated Medical Examiners Certification
• IBEW Journeyman Lineman status required before hire date
• Reside within 20 road miles door-to-door from home to their district office
• Union membership is required within 30 days after hire dare as a condition of continued employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Takes initiative/self-motivated
• Lift, carry, pull, and push items that can weigh as much as 100 pounds
• 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

COMPETENCIES

• Safety Awareness and Participation
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Decision Making
• Leadership
• Member Focus
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving/Analysis

JOB DUTIES

In addition to the duties and responsibilities of the Journeyman Lineman, the Working Foreman will:

• Receive and communicate crew assignments, Plan work and coordinate teams.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork associated with assigned tasks and keep applicable OTEC manuals current.
• Ensure job task tailboards are completed and documented.
• Assure that safe work practices and safety rules are followed and in compliance with OSHA and cooperative policies.
• Inspect all safety and protective equipment, tools, materials etc., to confirm that they are in operational condition and properly maintained.
• Ensure that all work is performed safely and efficiently and in compliance with applicable codes, as well as cooperative standards and specifications.
• Report safety concerns, problems, and violations to management.
• Other duties as assigned and as qualified to perform.
• Participation in cooperative strategy and initiatives 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 four-county service territory during the business day and infrequently overnight. Occasional out of the area travel is expected to attend various activities such as meetings. training and other events.

Job Classification:

First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Driver License Information

Required:

Commercial A Drivers License Compensation

Salary:

$69.08 per Hour

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Retirement Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 None

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A

This Job Also Requires:

Union Membership

Employer Will Perform:

Background Check , Drug Test , DMV records check