Underground Laborer - Temporary

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Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise Idaho is looking for a temporary Utility Laborer to join our Customer Operations 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. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate.

What does a Utility Laborer do for us

They perform construction maintenance or other manual work on deenergized distribution and transmission lines underground projects or at Idaho Power facilities.

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:

• Construction methods materials standards and equipment
• The purpose of commonly encountered materials parts and equipment used in line construction or other utility projects

Preferred:

• Safely load unload drive and operate dump trucks hauling equipment such as miniexcavator backhoes and skid steers

Skills in:

• Basic use of personal computers
• Interpersonal communications

Ability to:

• Perform basic arithmetic calculations
• Maintain effective working relationships with other members of a work team
• Maintain neat accurate and legible records
• Respond to emergencies in excess of normal working hours
• Work overtime at the discretion of the supervisor
• Stand call as required by management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• 1 year of general work experience that includes physical labor and utility experience

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• An equivalent combination of appropriate training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities

Preferred:

• 3 years of general work experience that includes physical labor and utility experience

OR

• An equivalent combination of appropriate training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card
• Must have a current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A commercial drivers license (CDL) or ability to attain within 90 days of hire
• Capable of acquiring an attached stateissued hazardous materials endorsement doubletriple endorsement and/or tanker endorsement

Preferred:

• Valid Class A commercial drivers license (CDL)

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 and may require climbing into the vault occasionally. Mechanical and hand tools are used to dig holes up to 14 feet. Other activities required are loading and unloading ATVs using a ramp attaching wire using handlines hoists and other types of heavy rigging. This position may require hiking/carrying tools up to several miles per day occasional digging and frequent above shoulder work include running hand lines to assist line crews. Data entry is also required to input all field work into record keeping software when performing role on a construction or demand line crew. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of preemployment physical evaluation such as a Department of Transportation (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
Complete DOT PHMSA 49 CFR Part 172 required hazardous materials employee training if a CDL with attached Hazardous Materials endorsement is required for the position. May be required to complete a field skills assessment at time of interview; additional safety related training may be required. Projects may include as much as a sixmonth assignment away from base location. Complete other required Company and safety training. Must abide by Idaho Power Companys safety rules and regulations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Successful candidate will be required to work nontraditional hours including daytime or evenings weekdays and/or weekends. Travel with overnight stays and work hitches away from headquarters.

Temporary employees are eligible to apply for internal job postings. Internal regular employees who are successful candidates will be placed as regular employees in a Temporary Duty Assignment job classification. In order for your current position to be held for your return qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.

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