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Application Deadline:

08/08/2024 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

$46.92 - $58.66

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power is looking for a Journeyman Lineworker to join our Wood River Operations team in Hailey, ID. Hailey’s scenic mountains and river, unique trails and thriving community provides a great place to work, live and explore — no matter the season!

It’s an exciting time to bring your skills to Idaho Power. We’re working toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045, and this position plays a critical role in ensuring the communities we serve have safe, reliable, affordable energy. We're looking for hard-working team members to keep our equipment and systems running smoothly.

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

Idaho Power Lineworkers also receive an annual allowance for everything they need to do the job safely, including Fire Retardant (FR) clothing, rain gear and safety footwear. Employees at our Hailey location are also eligible for a monthly housing supplement. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate.

What does a Journeyman Lineworker do for us?

Lineworkers are the backbone of our reliable service! They are responsible for building and maintaining our distribution and transmission lines. Working both independently and on an assigned team, they plan jobs to ensure Idaho Power follows safety and construction standards and often teach and mentor Apprentice Lineworkers.

For this role, the ideal candidate will be available for on-demand shifts (including daytime, nighttime, weekday, and/or weekend shifts) and be able to live or relocate to within an acceptable distance from their assigned location (the hiring supervisor can provide more information). They will have strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments and teams.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Line core process of new business operations, outage response, planned and unplanned maintenance

• Line construction methods, materials, standards, and equipment

• Chemical safety and Idaho Power Company’s safety program

Skills in:

• Computers utilizing Microsoft products and time-entry software

Ability to:

• Perform basic arithmetic calculations

• Identify purposes of commonly encountered materials, parts, and equipment used in lines construction

• Maintain neat, accurate, and legible records

• Respond to outages outside of normal working hours, work overtime at the discretion of the supervisor, and work on-call rotation

• Read and understand construction drawings and diagrams, plat maps, feeder maps, and work order maps

• Establish positive working relationships with all team members and leadership

• Rotate as a lead lineman on the crew

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Certificate of completion of an Apprentice Lineman training program that is recognized by the Bureau of Office of Apprenticeship (OA), including at least 4 years of relevant work experience

OR

• 6 years of documented experience as a lineman in distribution and/or transmission, (2 of which must be documented at a journeyman level)

OR

• Any Idaho Power Company (IPC) employee currently or previously employed as a Journeyman Lineworker

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Class A CDL driver’s license with acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire

• Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position involves maintenance and repair of transformers at ground level and vault. This can require up to 150 lbs. push/pull activities, lifts up to 50 lbs., frequent kneeling, standing and crouching, as well as climbing into the vault. This job also involves climbing up to 50 ft. and occasionally up to 70-90 ft. utility poles to install/repair, while carrying 40 lbs. safety gear. Mechanical and hand tools are used to dig holes up to 14 feet in which poles are placed via team lift. Cross arms, which require a team lift of 120 lbs., and other equipment will be installed/replaced on poles using a mag drill. Other activities required are loading and unloading ATV’s using a ramp, attaching wire, hot stick/shotgun use, hiking/carrying tools up to several miles per day, occasional digging and frequent above shoulder work including the use of a manual trimmer. Data entry is also required for up to 3 consecutive days to input all field work into record keeping software. To ensure the manufacturer's rated capacity of climbing hooks, ladders, and aerial equipment are not exceeded, applicants body weight cannot exceed 300 lbs. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate exam. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Additional safety related training may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Employees will live within the 30-mile drive distance boundaries on the appropriate operations center map with the expectation that under normal driving conditions they will respond to their home operations center in 45 minutes or less, if required to stand on call. The job requires a non-traditional work schedule that may include daytime, evening, weekday, and/or weekend work. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required.

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Competencies:

Adaptability, Collaborating, Communication, Decision Making, Safety Focus, Technical / Professional Knowledge and Skills, Work Standards

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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.

About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide reliable, affordable, clean energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.

Our nearly 2,000 employees serve more than 600,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West.

We’re working toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045 (https://www.idahopower.com/energy-environment/energy/clean-today-cleaner-tomorrow/) . We hope you’ll join us.

Contact Information

Phone: 208-388-2965

Email: jobs@idahopower.com

Fax: 208-388-6695

Idaho Power Company

Recruiting Office

P.O. Box 70

Boise, ID 83707

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