Pre-Apprentice Substation Technician - Temporary

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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES

6/15/25

Application Deadline

7/7/25

Skills Assessments

7/8/25 7/10/25

In-Person Interviews

JOB DESCRIPTION
Idaho Power Company (IPC) located in vibrant Boise Idaho is looking for temporary Pre-Apprentice Substation Technicians to join our Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Construction station crews. 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.

It is our goal to hire the best qualified Apprentice Station Technicians available. To meet this objective IPC will hire Apprentices from an internal pool of Pre-Apprentices. The Pre-Apprentices selected for hire will have demonstrated the technical and behavioral competencies necessary to be a productive and successful Substation Technician at IPC.

Our Substation Construction Crews are divided into 6 disciplines Structural Control Mobile Apparatus Combo Battery Technicians and Electrical Shop Technicians:

Structural They are responsible for installing substation and power plant grids foundations structures breakers transformers buss high and low voltage cables and other apparatus.

Control They are responsible for installing commissioning and troubleshooting substation and power plant control systems. These include system monitoring equipment supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) remote terminal units (RTUs) remedial action schemes (RAS) and protective relay control and communication systems.

Mobile Apparatus They are responsible for hauling operating maintaining testing installing and repairing IPCs fleet of mobile apparatus. They assemble disassemble and move all new and used transformers in IPCs system.

Combo This crew is generally made up of both Structural and Control Technicians.

Electrical Shop Technicians They are responsible for the assembly and testing of substation protection communication and control systems and supporting equipment. These systems include protective relaying control SCADA metering digital fault and sequence of event recorders and remote terminal unit (RTU) configurations.

Battery Technicians They work in a team and/or individual environment to install and test batteries load centers chargers racks and other associated equipment at substations communication sites and power plants. They perform maintenance and testing of new and existing batteries in the system.

What does a Pre-Apprentice Substation Technician do for us

This is a training position designed to prepare future Station Technicians Apprentices and Journeymen for work in a crew-based environment. These individuals will learn how to install Station related structural control and mobile apparatus equipment and assemblies. Under direct supervision they will assist the Station Technicians to install and assemble substations related structural assemblies control systems and power transformers. They complete assigned tasks including all aspects of the Station Construction given adequate direction and oversight. Pre-Apprentices must demonstrate the aptitude to be considered for a Station Technician Apprentice position. Aptitude will be demonstrated through on-the-job evaluations a skills assessment and performance evaluations. If aptitude is not sufficiently demonstrated termination of employment may occur. If an Apprentice position is bid the successful Pre-Apprentice will receive a pay increase ($40.13/hr.).

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Basic electricity and the function operation troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment through use of drawings and instructional manuals
• Basic math including geometry trigonometry and algebra

Skills in:

• Operation and inspection of heavy equipment
• Basic fabrication
• Basic computing
• Personal communication
• Conflict resolution

Ability to:

• Maintain high productivity with minimal supervision
• Work with a high degree of accountability
• Utilize good judgement and initiative in resolving work problems
• Perform heavy manual labor in adverse conditions
• Establish positive working relationships in a team-based environment
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Enrolled or currently participating in a sponsored Electrical Apprenticeship

Experience:

• 2 or more years work experience in an electrical mechanical maintenance or construction field

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• An equivalent combination of education work experience or military training

Preferred:

• 2 years demonstrated experience in an electrical related trade

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid drivers 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 within 120 days of hire
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days of hire

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position performs manual dexterity tasks and repetitive gripping (up to 80 lbs. force) in utilizing hand tools on a frequent basis. This position requires lifting up to 170 lbs. carrying up to 120 lbs. pushing up to 110 lbs. and pulling up to 180 lbs. Crouching bending/stooping and crawling is required occasionally and sometimes in confined spaces. Kneeling is required frequently. Climbing of 24-foot ladders and onto transformers/equipment with fall restraint gear is performed occasionally as well as work from an elevated lift with sustained reaching. Reaching up to shoulder level is performed occasionally and shoulder level/above/overhead occasionally with/without a loaded hot stick Standing/walking is performed frequently and sitting/driving is required up to 7 hours in duration to access job sites. Job sometimes requires working outdoors in adverse weather conditions. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate. 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
Must be at least 21 years of age. Additional safety related training may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pre-Apprentices will be eligible to bid permanent Stations Technician Apprentice positions as they become available. If unsuccessful in obtaining an Apprentice position within 18 months of hire they will be released from employment.

This position is a member of the Stations Construction department and may be assigned to work on a Mobile Apparatus Crew Station Structural Crew Station Control Crew Combo Crew (that does both Control wiring and Structural work in substations) Battery Crew or the Electrical Shop. The crew this position is assigned to may change at any time depending on business need.

This position requires extensive travel across Idaho Powers service area. The work schedule for this position may change week to week. Typical work schedule includes four 10-hour days and eight 10-hour days working back-to-back weeks. Each workday may be an out-of-town overnight stay. This position requires the ability to work overtime and weekends when business need requires.

Must abide by Idaho Power Companys safety rules and regulations. Complete required Company and safety training.

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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