Generation Specialist Apprentice I or II - Hydro Operations

RiseMe; Idaho; On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing may be available

Job summary

Idaho Power is hiring two Generation Specialist Apprentices to support our CJ Strike and Shoshone Falls plant crews. These roles train to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on hydro facilities, ensuring safe, reliable power for Idaho communities.

Apprentice I or II duties include working in a team, responding to emergencies, and rotating on-call. We offer competitive pay, benefits, a 401k match and a pension plan, with opportunities to advance toward a regular power plant position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in electrical, generation, or power plants (IPC Pre-Apprentice preferred).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hydro facilities, buildings, and related equipment.
• Operate and maintain power plant equipment and tests, ensuring safe, reliable operation.
• Respond to emergencies during and outside normal hours and take corrective action.
• Provide guidance to other operators and support load-serving operations.
• Maintain high productivity and accountability in a team-based environment.

Skills

Power plant ops

Operating test equipment

Print reading

Computer systems

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or GED

IPC Generation Apprenticeship Training Program (Apprentice II)

Tools

Vehicle maintenance tools

Job description

Application Deadline: 10/06/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions: 2

Job Type: Regular

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $35.79-$51.92

Job Description

Idaho Power is looking for two Generation Specialist Apprentices to join both our CJ Strike and Shoshone Falls plant crews. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Generation Specialist I or II do for us?

The Generation Specialist Apprentice I or II position prepares future Generation Specialists to work independently and in a team environment with other Generation Specialists, performing preventative and corrective maintenance on the power facilities, buildings, hatcheries, roads, dams, waterways and other associated equipment for the safe and efficient operation of hydro-electric power plants. They ensure necessary generation by performing routine tasks and maintenance under normal and emergency conditions while maintaining FERC, NERC, WECC, OSHA, EPA, and other compliance regulations.

A Generation Specialist Apprentice II also works to perform job duties in a rotating on-call schedule. They respond to emergency conditions of power plant and associated equipment during and outside regular business hours and takes immediate actions to rectify abnormal conditions. They identify requirements for emergency operations and develops emergency contingency plans. They also make routine decisions that affect large numbers of customers including the Northwest Grid and for equipment that have a large financial impact on IPC and its rate payers. They provide guidance and assistance for other operators and load serving operators.

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 prints, drawings, and instructional manuals
• Basic math including geometry, trigonometry and algebra

Skills in:

• Operation and maintenance of power plants
• Operating test equipment
• Print reading
• Operation of computer systems, software, and programs
• Effective interpersonal communication
• Conflict resolution

Ability to:

• Maintain high productivity
• Work with a high degree of accountability
• Use good judgment and initiative in resolving work problems
• Establish positive working relationships in a team-based environment
• Respond to emergencies in excess of normal working hours
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Apprentice I

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Currently employed as an IPC Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist
• 1 year of demonstrated education/work experience in electrical, generation, or power plants
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, or military training

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Apprentice II

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Currently enrolled in IPC’s Generation Apprenticeship Training Program with 6 months hydro power plant experience
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, or military training

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job will require occasional, physically strenuous work for long periods of time and in adverse weather conditions. Job requires the ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, crawl, climb ladders and into and out of vehicles, twist, kneel, balance and reach. Requires working from confined spaces and heights with the ability to operate and perform work from elevated positions up to 80 feet which may include work from ladders, elevated platforms, or open hatches/holes/cavities. Rarely lift shoulder-high and above items weighing up to 50 lbs.; rarely lift waist-high and knee-high items weighing up to 75 lbs. Occasionally use exertional force of up to 50 lbs. to push/pull items. Rarely carry with one hand items weighing up to 50 lbs. or items weighing up to 75 lbs. with two hands. Requires the ability to operate a vehicle. Must be able to grasp and hold simple hand tools and other materials and use fine motor skills to use a computer keyboard and handle small hand tools. Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property. 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 18 years of age. Physically able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property.

This position may be subject to relocation to any of our eastern region power plants (Kuna, Hagerman, Twin Falls, American Falls).

Apprentice I

This training position can progress to an Apprentice II and Journeyman level; however, the individual will be required to bid all Generation Specialist (Operations) postings within the region until they successfully obtains a regular power plant position. Plant rotation and/or relocation is a condition of employment while in this training position.

Apprentice II

Must be able to complete on-call review in order to support formal on-call rotational support needs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job requires the ability to respond to emergencies outside of and/or in excess of normal working hours. Job may require occasional travel with overnight stays. Job requires the employee to obtain and wear company provided and approved safety footwear and FR clothing. Company housing may be available, but occupancy is not required.

Competencies:

Adaptability, Building Customer Loyalty, Collaborating, Communication, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Innovation, Planning and Organizing, Safety Focus, Work Standards

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Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws.

Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.