Distribution Designer I, II, or Senior

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Application Deadline:

04/24/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

$40.13 - $60.42

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power Company (IPC) — located in Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Distribution Designer I, II, or Senior to join our Boise Design team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. We’re working toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045, and our work plays a critical role in our customers’ lives and in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon.

What does a Distribution Designer do for us?

The distribution designer coordinates, plans, and designs line extensions and rebuilding of infrastructure for overhead and underground power lines. As a member of a team, meets with internal and external customers, including contractors and developers, to determine needs, negotiate conflicts or clarify issues, and communicate policies and procedures for line design options, rates, tariffs, and cost information. Based on customer needs and company practices, designs basic line routes, and schedules projects. They also prepare work orders, collect, and process fees.

A senior designer will also mentor designers I and II on processes and best practices for estimating, mapping and design.

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:* Lines core processes of new business operations, emergency response, and unplanned maintenance

Skills in:* Professional interpersonal communication including verbal, written and telephone etiquette

Ability to:* Read and understand construction drawings and plat, feeder, and work order maps

Sr. Designer* Utilize latest design criteria

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Distribution Designer I

Education:* High school diploma or GED

Experience:* 4 years of electric utility experience in relevant field operations, construction support or drafting/mapping and completion of the Idaho Power Pre-Distribution Designer Program

OR* 2 years’ design experience in the utility or construction industry

OR* Experience as a Journeyman Lineman

OR* Completion of Idaho Power Lineman Apprentice Program through Level 7

Preferred:* Utility field operations experience

Licenses & Certifications:* Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Distribution Designer II Education:* High school diploma or GED

Experience:* 4 years electric utility line design

OR* Experience as a Journeyman Lineman with one year of design experience

OR* 2½ years of experience as an IPC Distribution Designer I with a successful promotional assessment

OR* Currently an IPC Journeyman Lineman

Preferred:* Utility distribution construction experience

Licenses & Certifications:* Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Senior Distribution Designer Education:* High school diploma or GED

Experience:* Successful completion of Distribution Designer I and II program requirements and assessments, and a minimum of 2½ years as a Distribution Designer II

Preferred:* Utility distribution construction background

Licenses & Certifications:* Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The distribution designer coordinates, plans, and designs line extensions and rebuilding of infrastructure for overhead and underground power lines. Hiking upon uneven and sometimes steep terrain of up to 1 mile is performed occasionally, including navigation over/around fences. Bending/stooping, kneeling, and crouching are required on an occasional basis. Lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 lbs. and shoveling and trimming of vegetation is required occasionally to open manhole covers, McCarten vault lids, junction boxes, and pad mount transformers. 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

Additional safety related training may be required. Attend training on a regular basis to stay up-to-date on changing rules and regulations

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Physical ability to work in the field up to 40 percent of the time on uneven terrain or within proximity of energized lines. Performs maintenance work by maneuvering hot sticks and fiberglass measuring sticks, which requires up to 50 pounds of exertional force above the shoulder. Open pad mounts on transformers, which requires up to 50 pounds of exertional force. Occasionally lift and carry office supplies and/or equipment such as boxes of copy paper weighing up to 50 pounds, and other awkward items that require special handling. Competencies:

Building Customer Loyalty, Communication, Decision Making, Managing Work, Safety Focus, Work Standards

__________________________________Need Assistance Completing Your Application?Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company: Phone: 208-388-2965 or Email: jobs@idahopower.comIdaho Power is an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe'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.

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