What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Technician I - Seasonal position at Idaho Power Company?
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Application Deadline:
02/23/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time
# of Positions:
3
Job Type:
Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Job End Date:
09/12/2025
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Range:
Minimum Age Requirement:
Job Description:
Idaho Power Company is looking for two seasonal Resource Technicians I to join our CJ Strike and Daly Creek habitat mitigation areas. 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 safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on.
What does a Resource Technician I do for us?
The primary objective of this position is to assist in implementing hydroelectric project license compliance tasks, gathering and entering data, operating, maintaining and repairing infrastructure and equipment, and providing customer service to visitors on company-owned lands and facilities under supervision. Resource Technician I responsibilities include completing basic information summaries relative to task completion, providing documentation as requested for project activities conducted, and processing data to databases.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- Irrigation methods including pressurized and flood systems
- The operation and maintenance of equipment related to agricultural or landscape maintenance
- Weed control methods
Skills in:
- Horticultural or agricultural operations, mechanical and basic electrical skills, basic carpentry
- Operating ATVs, jet boats, and heavy equipment
Ability to:
- Perform physically demanding labor for extended periods of time
- Work in teams and work with minimal direct supervision for limited periods of time
- Positively and consistently represent Idaho Power Company during interactions with the public and agency personnel
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- High school diploma or GED or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
Preferred:
- Associate degree in relevant discipline such as agriculture, natural resources, or trade craft
Experience:
- 3 months of directly related experience
Preferred:
- 3 years of applicable experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
Preferred:
- Demonstrated experience and ability to operate vehicles pulling trailers, and/or other equipment relevant to specific additional job duties.
- Licenses and certifications necessary to complete additional specific job duties (e.g., Idaho or Oregon pesticide applicator’s license)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position walks/hikes with up to 40 lb. loads on even/uneven and sometimes steep, unconsolidated slopes, up to 3-4 hours continuously, with the ability to take self-paced breaks when needed. This is performed up to 6-8 miles daily over a 6-month season. Lifting of up to 90 lbs. to waist height, lifting up to 35 lbs. to shoulder height/overhead, pushing up to 115 lbs., and pulling up to 150 lbs. is performed occasionally. Squatting, crouching, stooping/bending, kneeling, reaching, and twisting is required frequently with activities such as fencing, attaching farm implements to tractors, placing siphon tubes for irrigation and general maintenance/repair. Climbing is required occasionally onto/from ladders and machinery. Operation of ATVs, UTVs, jet boats, and canoes may be required to reach areas within the Mid-Snake and Hells Canyon Habitat Management Areas. 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 18 years old.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and some holidays. Travel across Idaho Power service territory, with occasional overnight stays.
This is a Seasonal position and resumes annually (typically between April and September). Limited housing is available. Relocation benefits are not provided. 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 open for the duration of the assignment or filled temporarily, qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.
Competencies:
Communication, Customer Orientation, Managing Work, Positive Approach, Safety Focus, Work Standards
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