Power Plant Generation Technician: On-Call & Hands-On

Idaho Power Company

Mountain Home (ID)

On-site

USD 77,000 - 93,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Idaho Power Company in Mountain Home, Idaho, seeks a Generation Technician to join our Combined Cycle Power Plant crew. You will design, install, maintain, and test power plant equipment and control systems, including SCADA, protective relays, and HVAC gear.

With minimal supervision, you will support Generation Specialists and lead electrical installation projects, requiring strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate degree in electronics or related field preferred.
Completion of an OA-recognized apprenticeship or equivalent.
5 years of experience in electrical/electronics/instrumentation/control or related field.

Responsibilities

Design, install, maintain, and test power plant equipment and control systems.
Install and maintain communications, SCADA, protective relays, HVAC, and related electrical equipment.
Provide technical support to Generation Specialists and lead electrical installation projects.

Skills

Electrical theory

Instrumentation & Controls

AC/DC control circuits

Water treatment analyzers

Troubleshooting & repair

PCs/PLCs/HMIs/SCADA/RTU

Low/medium voltage wiring

DCS (Siemens T-3000)

Protective relays

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in electronics or related field

Apprenticeship program (DOL recognized) or equivalent

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

SCADA

PLC programming

Job description

With minimal supervision, you will support Generation Specialists and lead electrical installation projects, requiring strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Valid driver's license is needed.

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