Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialist - Temporary

idahopowercompany; Hagerman (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Idaho Power in Hagerman, Idaho, is seeking three temporary Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialists to join our Hagerman plant maintenance crew. This training position will prepare you to operate and maintain a hydro plant and related equipment while learning in a team environment.

Under direct supervision you will assist with operating and maintaining the area, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and work toward promotion to Apprentice Generation Specialist.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or vocational certification preferred.
• 1 year of demonstrated maintenance or construction experience with at least 6 months in electrical generation, power plants, mechanical, hydraulic, or welding.
• Equivalent combination of education, work experience, or military training may apply.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist Generation Specialists in performing operating and maintenance functions essential for 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 via 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.

Skills

Basic electrical theory

Basic math

Power plant operation

Heavy equipment maintenance

Welding and fabrication

Computer systems operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or vocational certification

Job description

If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the Employee Portal .

Job Information

Application Deadline: 09/20/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# Number of Positions: 3

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job End Date: 10/27/2028

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $32.02 - $38.56

Job Description

Idaho Power - located in Hagerman, Idaho - is looking for three, temporary Pre-Apprentice Generation Specialists 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 Responsibilities

• 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.

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

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Associates degree or vocational certification in related area
• Experience: 1 year of demonstrated 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
• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire

Physical Requirements

This job will require occasional, physically strenuous work for long periods of time and in adverse conditions. Job requires the ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, crawl, climb into and out of vehicles, twist, kneel, balance and reach, and climb multiple flights of stairs. Occasionally lifting items weighing 75 lbs. shoulder height and above; occasionally lifting items weighing up to 100 lbs. waist high and knee high. Occasionally using exertional force up to 50 lbs. to push/pull cable, etc.; Occasionally carrying items weighing up to 100 lbs. with two hands and occasionally carrying items weighing up to 75 lbs. with one hand. Requires the ability to operate a vehicle. Must be able to grasp and hold simple hand tools and testing equipment and use fine motor skills to use a computer keyboard, test equipment, and replace parts. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation, the DOT medical certificate exam. 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 di