Technical Skills Trainer - Thermal Power Plants (Temporary)

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Application Deadline:

05/14/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

12/18/2026

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

54.04 - 65.08 Hourly

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Technical Skills Trainer – Thermal Power Plants to join our Skills Training Center team. 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 safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on.

A Thermal Power Plant Technical Skills Trainer will continue to create and develop training content covering proper methods of installation, testing, repair, and maintenance of equipment for power plant facilities. 80% of this position will be program development and 20% administrative task and hands on training.

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

Skills in:* The use of personal computers including applications such as Microsoft Office and time-entry software

Ability to:* Perform basic arithmetic calculations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education:* High school diploma or GED

Experience:* Certificate of completion of a training program that is recognized by the Office of Apprenticeship (OA) or equivalent, including at least 5 years of relevant work experience in power plant operations and/or maintenance, with 3 years of journey-level experience

Preferred:* Previous skills training experience

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position consists of training operators and maintenance technicians. 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, 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. 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 INFORMATION

Most of the time will be spent developing training content for future training courses. Will require some travel within the Idaho Power Company service area with occasional overnight stays. Occasionally perform duties outside normal working hours.

Temporary employees are eligible to apply for internal job postings. Internal, regular employees who are successful candidates will be placed as regular employees in a Temporary Duty Assignment job classification. In order for your current position to be held for your return, qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.

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Adaptability, Applied Learning, Coaching, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Delivering High-Impact Presentations, Planning and Organizing

__________________________________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.

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