Hydro Operator B

Job Title

Hydro Operator B

BEND, OR, US, 97701

Pacifi Corp

Pacifi Corp is seeking customer‑centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion & belonging.

• Operate a generating plant of total capacity under 100 MW and be responsible for normally operating one (1) or more hydro plants in the area of responsibility.
• Be knowledgeable of the power plants, water impoundments, water conduits, and switching in the operating area, as prescribed by the Company.
• Operate power plants and associated facilities, perform switching orders and tag clearances on equipment including generators, turbines, penstocks, and other associated equipment.
• Perform all duties assigned that are the normal duties on a hydro project within the classification and qualifications, including substation inspections, station and line switching, routine station checks and servicing equipment as required, log maintenance, and report activities to the responsible Hydro Control Operator.
• Perform maintenance on slip rings and commutators and replace brushes, not to exceed ten percent (10%) within a sixty (60) day period, and clean electrical equipment during annual maintenance after inspection by a Station Wireman.
• Upon completion of all required training, be paid at the Hydro Operator B (fully qualified) rate.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Power plant operation and maintenance experience.

At Pacifi Corp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union; for nonunion, Pacifi Corp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of eligible pay each year for new hires. Pacifi Corp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) — time off varies by employee type (Union or Non‑Union).
• Paid short‑term disability leave and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

Pacifi Corp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety‑sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

Req
Company Code:
Pacifi Corp #PM25
Primary

Location:

Bend, Oregon (100% Onsite)
Department:
Power Supply

Schedule:

Full‑Time
Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 125
Hiring Range: $48.06 per hour

Nearest Major Market:
Bend
Career Segment:
Power Plant Operator, Power Plant, Electrical, Supply, Hydro, Energy, Engineering, Operations

$48.06 – $48.06 Hourly Wage