Journeyman Protection Control Meter Technician

Avista Corporation; Clark Fork (ID); On-site; USD 93,222 - 103,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare options

Retirement benefits

Incentive and bonus programs

Generous paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Wellness resources

Education and development support

Community giving programs

Legal and pet insurance

Job summary

A leading utility company in Idaho is seeking a Protection Control Meter Technician responsible for verifying connections of circuits and testing equipment. Candidates must have Journeyman Level experience, strong communication skills, and valid certifications. This position offers competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits in a beautiful location by the Clark Fork River, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Qualifications

• Requires Journeyman Level experience as P/C Meter Technician I.
• Advanced electronics helpful.
• Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Verify correct connections of circuits in generating stations.
• Test generating equipment for proper operation.
• Suggest corrections where necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic and advanced electricity courses

Basic electronics

Decision-making skills

Advanced electronics

Education

Journeyman Level experience as P/C Meter Technician I

Tools

Valid driver's license

First aid certification

CPR competency

Job description

Job Category: Production & Construction

Requisition Number: JOURN005521

• Posted : November 21, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Hourly Wage: $67.67 to $75.12 per hour, 3 Step Progression; Bargaining Unit

Job Description
To verify correct connections of newly installed circuits in generating stations and substations and reports errors. To test generating equipment, measuring instruments and other components of the electrical system for proper operation and makes or suggests corrections where necessary. This position is the highest of a multistep progression from Apprentice P/C Meter Technician-1 to Journeyman P/C Meter Technician I and is expected to know all aspects of Journeyman P/C Meter Technician duties for the Company. Lower steps in this classification are expected to progress into all aspects of these duties.

Requirements

Requires Journeyman Level experience as P/C Meter Technician I.

Communication skills, basic and advanced electricity courses, basic electronics, and decision-making skills.

Advanced electronics helpful.

Requires valid driver's license

First aid certification and CPR competency.

Other combinations of education/ experience may be considered.

Company provided housing may be available. $20,000 retention payment will be provided to candidates following two-years of continuous service at the plant or when evidence is provided demonstrating the purchase of a regular residency within the district during the first two-years of continuous service.

What's in it for you?

Located on the beautiful Clark Fork River Valley, in the Idaho panhandle, the Cabinet Gorge Hydroelectric Dam is situated in an outdoor paradise. This is a prime spot for someone who enjoys outdoor activities and a rural lifestyle. The Protection Control Meter Technician plays a significant role in the continuous operations of Avista’s hydroelectric generating facilities. Rewards come from being a team member that assists in providing timely solutions to issues as they arise, and pride in a job well done. Cabinet Gorge is a short 10-minute drive from Clark Fork, ID; 43 minutes from Sandpoint, ID; and about 2.5 hours from Spokane, WA.

To Apply

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well‑being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Generous paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

This position is represented by a bargaining unit and wages and benefits are established by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail].

Pre-employment screening requirements
This position is considered safety sensitive by Avista Corporation for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test (including cannabis), background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you would like assistance.

Preferred Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.