Station Structural Technician

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Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Station Structural Technician to join our Substation Construction crew. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Station Structural Technician do for us?

They perform construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground distribution, transmission lines/bus, and apparatus within substations. They also install substation and power plant ground grids, foundations, structures, breakers, transformers, bus, high and low-voltage cables, and other apparatus.

In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
 

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• OSHA regulations, chemical safety, and electrical safety related work practices
• Rigging and fall protection
• Bucket truck and man lift rescue
• Utility system practices and field operation practices
• Substation and power plant construction, safety procedures, and maintenance techniques
• Safe operation of hand and power tools used in construction
• Structural and mechanical drawings (i.e. elevations, plans, sections, details)
• Heavy equipment operation (i.e. bucket truck, boom truck, backhoe, line bed, skid steer, and man lift)
• Power transformers, load tap changers, potential and current transformers, power circuit breakers, metal-clad switchgear, circuit switchers, disconnect and air brake switches, synchronous condensers, and series and shunt capacitors
• Proper use of transit, surveying practices, regular trigonometry utilization, and laying out station foundation baselines and elevations
• Forming, pouring and finishing of concrete
• Steel and aluminum welding
• Cutting torch
• Safe grounding practices and mitigation of induced voltage
• Specific control systems, schemes and equipment utilized in distribution and transmission voltage level systems
• Stations and power plant equipment installation adhering to internal Stations Engineering & Design and Stations Construction Specifications
• Computer use and basic software

Skills in:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and good verbal and written communication
• Problem identification and troubleshooting
• Operating test equipment
• Occasionally perform apparatus switching
• Organization and time management

Ability to:

• Read and understand station drawings
• Properly correct and document changes to station drawings
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work in a team environment, as well as independently and be self-motivated and flexible
• Work with a high degree of accountability
• Meet established project deadlines
• Apply established guidelines and use good judgment and initiative in resolving work problems
• Work increasingly independently as evaluated by the Journeyman and/or Leader

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

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• Vocational degree in a mechanical maintenance, electronics or construction discipline

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• Completion of a related formal apprenticeship training program recognized by the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship

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• An equivalent combination of education, work experience, or military training

Experience:

• 5 or more years of work experience in an electrical, mechanical, or industrial construction field, including at least 2 years of journey-level experience in substation maintenance or construction

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• Completion of a Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship Substation program

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card or the ability to obtain one prior to hire
• Valid Class A CDL or the ability to obtain prior to hire
• Must obtain tanker (N) endorsement and complete an Idaho Power Road Test within 30 days of hire
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop squat, crouch, climb ladders, twist, kneel, balance and reach, and rarely crawl; occasionally lift above-shoulder items weighing up to 50 lbs., and waist-high and knee-high items weighing up to 75 lbs.; occasionally push or pull items using force of up to 50 lbs. and rarely up to 125 lbs.; occasionally carry with one hand items weighing up to 50 lbs. or two hands items weighing up to 75 lbs. Occasionally use fine and gross hand manipulation when working with tools or equipment; occasionally use foot controls when driving. Job frequently requires working outdoors in adverse weather conditions and occasionally in confined spaces. Applicants must perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources. 8/8/24

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Additional job and safety related training may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position is a member of the Stations Construction department and may be assigned to work in an electrical shop, on a control wiring crew, structural crew, mobile apparatus crew, or combo crew that does both control wiring and structural work in substations. The crew this position is assigned to may change at any time depending on business need.

This position requires extensive travel across Idaho Power’s service area. The work schedule for this position may change week to week. Typical work schedule includes working four 10-hour days each week or working eight 10-hour days in back-to-back weeks. Each workday may be an out-of-town, overnight stay. This position requires the ability to work overtime and weekends for emergencies or when business need requires. Technicians work in various conditions, including confined spaces, heights of over 80 feet, and inclement weather. Must abide by Idaho Power Company's safety rules and regulations. Complete required Company and safety training.

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Need Assistance Completing Your Application?

Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company:  Phone: 208-388-2965 or Email: jobs@idahopower.com

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.