Station Apparatus Technician Apprentice or Journeyman

Idaho Power Company•Payette, ID

6d•$42 - $63

About The Position

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Payette, Idaho — is looking for a Station Apparatus Technician Apprentice or Journeyman to join our Western Apparatus crew. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. What does a Station Apparatus Technician Apprentice or Journeyman do for us? Under supervision, they work in a team environment or independently to operate, maintain, test, commission, troubleshoot, install, and repair stations apparatus to Idaho Power, regulatory, and utility standards. They work with others to ensure efficient operations and that Idaho Power facilities are protected from threats and secure to the public, while maintaining integrity of the power grid. They work with engineering teams to monitor devices for correct operation and appropriate settings. A journeyman will also provide technical expertise and support for bulk electric system and regionalized dispatch for emergency power restoration, during and after regular business hours. They plan, schedule, and manage daily work activities and duties. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

Requirements

Knowledge of: OSHA 1910.269 chemicals and hazards (chemical safety)
Safe work practices, pole top and bucket truck rescue, confined space entry and rescue, rigging and fall protection, grounding, and R6 table
Electricity/electronics, machinist/mechanical, compressed gas handling (N2, H2, CO2, SF6) and gas laws, hydraulics, pneumatics, and three phase power theory
Algebra and trigonometry
Utility system business practices and substation construction
Substation operation and maintenance techniques/philosophy
Electrical, mechanical, and structural schematics
Hand and power tool operation
Oil processing and SF6 equipment
Heavy equipment
Power transformers, load tap changers, potential and current transformers
LV, HV, and EHV power circuit breakers, metalclad switchgear, circuit switchers, disconnect and air break switches, synchronous condensers, series and shunt capacitors, and AC & DC controls
Batteries, protection equipment including electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays and equipment, calibration of transducers
Testing methods, company regulations, and policies
Regional and company system single lines
Skills in: Organizing and managing time
Maintaining interpersonal and business relationships
Working well with employees from all areas of the company
Troubleshooting
Oral and written communication
Computer operation (word processing, spreadsheet, databases, test equipment programs, apparatus server, email)
Working in proximity to energized circuits
The use of tools and application of techniques used to test, operate, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment
English grammar for writing of technical reports
Ability to: Take clearances and perform switching
Operate heavy equipment
Operate and maintain substation apparatus
Handle hazardous materials such as PCB contaminated oil, battery acid, and SF6 gas
Test, maintain station transducers, meters, and alarms
Maintain station equipment maintenance data bases
Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
Use good judgment in making critical system operating decisions
Meet project deadlines
Travel daily in region
Work on call duty
Resolve conflicts
Be self-motivated and flexible
Work independently and establish positive working relationships with other team members
Station Apparatus Technician Apprentice Education: High school diploma or GED AND Associates or vocational degree in electronics or a mechanical maintenance discipline OR State recognized Journeyman Electrician License OR Completion of a related formal apprenticeship training program recognized by the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience, or military training
Experience: 2 or more years of experience in an electrical, mechanical, maintenance, operation, or construction fields
Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card prior to hire
Must have a current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an attached State-issued tanker endorsement, or have the ability to attain within 120 days of hire
Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days of hire
Station Apparatus Technician Education: High school diploma or GED AND Associates or vocational degree in electronics or a mechanical maintenance discipline OR State recognized Journeyman Electrician License OR Completion of a related formal apprenticeship training program recognized by the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience, or military training
Experience: 5 or more years of experience in an electrical, mechanical, maintenance, operation, or construction field, including at least 3 years of substation experience
Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
DOT medical card prior to hire
Must have a current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A CDL with an attached State-issued tanker endorsement or have the ability to attain within 120 days of hire
Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days of hire
Complete DOT PHMSA 49 CFR Part 172 required hazardous materials employee training within 90 days.
Completion of the following required IPC training: PPE, Bucket Rescue, Job Site Protection, Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, Confined Enclosed/Space, Distribution System Protection, Distribution Transformers, and Below the Hook Rigging Devices.
Apprentices need to immediately enroll in the Stations Technician Apprenticeship Program.
Complete required Idaho Power training (including safety) within 60 days, and as scheduled thereafter.
Additional job and safety related training may be required.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, test, commission, troubleshoot, install, and repair stations apparatus to Idaho Power, regulatory, and utility standards.
Work with others to ensure efficient operations and that Idaho Power facilities are protected from threats and secure to the public, while maintaining integrity of the power grid.
Work with engineering teams to monitor devices for correct operation and appropriate settings.
Provide technical expertise and support for bulk electric system and regionalized dispatch for emergency power restoration, during and after regular business hours.
Plan, schedule, and manage daily work activities and duties.