Distribution Designer I II or Senior

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Idaho Power Company (IPC) located in Pocatello Idaho is looking for a Distribution Designer I II or Senior to join our Pocatello Design team. Its an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Were working toward our goal of providing 100 clean energy by 2045 and our work plays a critical role in our customers lives and in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon.

What does a Distribution Designer do for us

The distribution designer coordinates plans and designs line extensions and rebuilding of infrastructure for overhead and underground power lines. As a member of a team meets with internal and external customers including contractors and developers to determine needs negotiate conflicts or clarify issues and communicate policies and procedures for line design options rates tariffs and cost information. Based on customer needs and company practices designs basic line routes and schedules projects. They also prepare work orders collect and process fees.

A senior designer will also mentor designers I and II on processes and best practices for estimating mapping and design.

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:

• Lines core processes of new business operations emergency response and unplanned maintenance
• Electrical distribution facilities operating and protective systems
• Line construction methods materials standards and equipment
• Financial requirements including Rule H regulations and rules
• Surveying practices legal property descriptions permitting requirements work order reconciliation and applicable safety rules

Skills in:

• Professional interpersonal communication including verbal written and telephone etiquette
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Personal computers including commonly used applications and AutoCAD/AUD
• Math and algebra
• Organization and project management

Ability to:

• Read and understand construction drawings and plat feeder and work order maps
• Assist with performing land and construction surveying and preparing easements with appropriate legal descriptions
• Gather information organize schedule and design distribution facilities
• Calculate voltage drop/flicker fault current clearance conductor sag and tension requirements
• Perform vehicle inspections
• Determine when to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work overtime at supervisors discretion

Sr. Designer

• Utilize latest design criteria
• Lead and mentor others
• Design diverse work orders including URD transmission subdivision overhead rebuilds highway moves and upgrades
• Support primary service level customers
• Work independently
• Participate as subject matter expert on various committees

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Distribution Designer I

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• 4 years of electric utility experience in relevant field operations construction support or drafting/mapping and completion of the Idaho Power PreDistribution Designer Program

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• 2 years design experience in the utility or construction industry

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• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman

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• Completion of Idaho Power Lineman Apprentice Program through Level 7

Preferred:

• Utility field operations 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

Distribution Designer II

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• 4 years electric utility line design

OR

• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman with one year of design experience

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• 2 years of experience as an IPC Distribution Designer I with a successful promotional assessment

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• Currently an IPC Journeyman Lineman

Preferred:

• Utility distribution construction 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

Senior Distribution Designer

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Successful completion of Distribution Designer I and II program requirements and assessments and a minimum of 2 years as a Distribution Designer II

Preferred:

• Utility distribution construction background

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
The distribution designer coordinates plans and designs line extensions and rebuilding of infrastructure for overhead and underground power lines. Hiking upon uneven and sometimes steep terrain of up to 1 mile is performed occasionally including navigation over/around fences. Bending/stooping kneeling and crouching are required on an occasional basis. Lifting pushing and pulling of up to 50 lbs. and shoveling and trimming of vegetation is required occasionally to open manhole covers McCarten vault lids junction boxes and pad mount transformers. 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. Attend training on a regular basis to stay uptodate on changing rules and regulations

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Physical ability to work in the field up to 40 percent of the time on uneven terrain or within proximity of energized lines. Performs maintenance work by maneuvering hot sticks and fiberglass measuring sticks which requires up to 50 pounds of exertional force above the shoulder. Open pad mounts on transformers which requires up to 50 pounds of exertional force. Occasionally lift and carry office supplies and/or equipment such as boxes of copy paper weighing up to 50 pounds and other awkward items that require special handling.

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