Control Equipment Technician I or II
Control Equipment Technician I or II
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**If you are a current Idaho Power employee please apply through the Employee Portal.
Application Deadline:
03/20/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time# of Positions:
1Job Type:
RegularJob End Date:
Exemption Status:
NonExemptPay Range:
$41.65 $62.70Minimum Age Requirement:
Job Description:
Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise Idaho is looking for a Control Equipment Technician I or II to join our Power Supply team. Its an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon and were working hard to safely provide our customers with the reliable affordable clean energy they depend on.
What does a Control Equipment Technician I or II do for us
The Control Equipment I Technician learns to integrate install configure commission maintain and calibrate a wide variety of supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) equipment used by Idaho Power Company (IPC) for control and monitoring of its power systems. The Control Equipment Technician I assists the Technician II in the design installation and maintenance of the Load Serving Operations Data Centers as well as interface tools for Dispatch Control Centers. Works to provide SCADA solutions companywide as needed. Additionally the Control Equipment Technician II designs configures integrates installs commissions troubleshoots maintains and calibrates substation intelligent electronic equipment and provides a complete substationinformation annunciation for the control and monitoring of Idaho Power Companys (IPC) power systems.
In addition to the meaningful work we do we offer worklife balance competitive pay and benefits an employee incentive plan and both a 401k employermatch and a pension plan making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- Electricity and electronics
- Applied math
- Computer operating systems
Preferred:
- Basic programming principles network topologies
- Protocol analysis
- Various digital communications protocols (DNP Modbus 8979 etc.
- Working knowledge of IEDs (Schweitzer Beckwidth Modicon Bitronics ION)
Skills in:
- Troubleshooting circuits and systems
- Operating test equipment
Preferred:
- Linux administration
- Programming experience in multiple languages
Ability to:
- Use hand and power tools
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Understand and maintain documentation
- Work well with others and alone
Preferred:
- Gather all pertinent information to design SCADA projects
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Control Equipment Technician I:
Education:
- High school diploma or GED and associates degree in electronics
OR
- Equivalent combination of relevant training education and experience
Experience:
- 2 years of experience working with electronic devices or in a related IT field
Preferred:
- Experience programming microcontrollers and/or PLCs (programmable logic controller)
- SCADA experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
- Must obtain First Aid / CPR card within 90 days
Control Equipment Technician II:
Education:
- High school diploma or GED and associate degree in electronics
OR
- Equivalent combination of relevant training education and experience
Experience:
- 5 years of experience working with electronic devices or in a related IT field
Preferred:
- Experience programming microcontrollers and/or PLCs (programmable logic controller)
- SCADA experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
- Must obtain First Aid / CPR card within 90 days
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position performs occasional kneeling crouching stooping/bending twisting and rarely crawling or lying at ground level to perform manual dexterity activities gripping and operation of hand tools. Sustained postures are maintained occasionally in awkward positions/tight spaces Lifting/carrying of up to 30 lbs. is performed as well as pushing/pulling 1015 lbs. force) in utilizing carts/hand carts. 80 of work activities are typically performed sitting at computer. Driving of up to 4.5 hours throughout the IPC territory is necessary. 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 INFORMATION
Some overtime and travel required.
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Competencies:
Applied Learning Building Networks Communication Managing Work Stress Tolerance Work StandardsNeed Assistance Completing Your Application
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Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Were 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 H1B visa.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
