Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist - Temporary

Overview

Idaho Power — located in Hagerman, Idaho — is looking for a temporary Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist to join our Hagerman plant maintenance 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 the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

Final date to receive applications: 02/18/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

Number of Positions: 1

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job End Date: 03/31/2028

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $30.85 - 37.15 Hourly

Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in Hagerman, Idaho — is looking for a temporary Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist to join our Hagerman plant maintenance 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 the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist do for us?

This is a training position, designed to prepare future Generation Specialists for work in a team-based environment. These individuals will learn how to operate and maintain a hydro plant and associated equipment.

Under direct supervision, they will perform the following:

• Assist Generation Specialists in performing the necessary operating and maintenance functions essential for the safe and efficient operation of the area, plant, and facilities
• Complete assigned tasks, including preventive and corrective maintenance on the power facilities, buildings, hatcheries, roads, parks, and other associated equipment as well as completing necessary upgrades
• Demonstrate the aptitude to be promoted to an Apprentice Generation Specialist 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 will occur

Pre-Apprentices will be eligible to bid full-time, regular Apprentice Generation Specialist positions as they become available. If unsuccessful in obtaining an Apprentice position within 24 months of hire, they will be released from employment.

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.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

• Basic electrical theory 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/or maintenance of power plants
• Inspection and maintenance of heavy equipment
• Basic welding and fabrication
• Operation of computer systems, software, and programs

Ability to:

• Maintain a high level of productivity
• Work with a high degree of accountability
• Demonstrate good judgement and initiative in resolving work problems
• Perform heavy manual labor in adverse conditions
• Communicate effectively
• Establish positive working relationships in a team-based environment
• Resolve conflict
• Respond to emergencies in excess of normal working hours
• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Associates degree or vocational certification in related area

Experience:

• 1 year of demonstrated experience in mechanical, maintenance, or construction field with at least 6 months of direct experience in electrical, generation, power plants, mechanical, hydraulic, or welding that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, work experience, or military training

Licenses &

Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• A valid Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Card or ability to obtain prior to hire

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This job will require occasional,…