Journeyman Estimator

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Until 10/6/2026 First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

POWER YOUR GREATNESS!

 

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion & belonging.

Responsibilities

 

Journeyman Estimator is an employee qualified to perform all estimating functions by training as a Journeyman Estimator Apprentice or equivalent education and experience. They shall have an intermediate knowledge of electrical theory and practice, and a detailed knowledge of construction specifications, electrical codes, and rate and service policies. They may make field surveys, prepare right-of-way permits, crossing and conflict documents, expenditure requisitions and related papers and assists in the preparation of district annual budgets as assigned.

Requirements

 

  • A high school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Completion of a Estimator apprenticeship program or equivalent education and experience.
  • Candidate must have a basic knowledge of electric theory and operations and a thorough knowledge of construction specifications, electrical codes, mapping systems and line extension policies and tariffs.
  • Successfully pass the Estimator exam within 6 months from start date.

Preferences

 

  • Previous experience as a Estimator.
  • 2 years of customer service experience.
  • Familiarity with the Electric Service Requirements Manual and IBEW Local 125 Working Agreement.

Benefits

 

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

 

Our benefits include: 

 

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.

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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

 

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Additional Information

 

Req Id: 114297 
Company Code: PacifiCorp 
Primary Location: Portland, Oregon  (100% On-Site)
Department: Power Delivery 
Schedule: Full-Time 
Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 125
Hiring Range: $55.62 per hour   


Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.


Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

About this role

Summary

Perform estimating functions for electrical projects, including surveys, permits, and budget assistance.

Job title

Journeyman Estimator

Experience level

intermediate level

Industry

utilities

Location requirements

Portland, Oregon; on-site only; no remote work allowed.

Salary

$1k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electric theoryconstruction specificationselectrical codesfield surveysbudget preparation

Preferred skills

Estimator experiencecustomer serviceelectric service manualIBEW Local 125

Specializations

electrical theoryconstruction specificationselectrical codesmapping systemsrate and service policies
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Portland, OR, USA

On-site City