Job Description:
Idaho Power located in vibrant Twin Falls, Idaho is looking for a Distribution Designer I or II to join our Regional Customer Operations team. Safety is a core value at Idaho Power and during this uncertain time we are dedicated to keeping you, our employees, and our community safe. Are you worried about starting in a new position at a new company right now? If so, rest assured we will work with you to find a start date and onboarding timeline that works for you.
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 I or II 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
- Prepares work orders, collects and processes fees
In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Level I:
Knowledge of:
- Lines core processes of new business operations, emergency response, and unplanned maintenance
- Electrical distribution facilities, operating and protective systems
- Line construction methods, materials, standards, and equipment
- Financial requirements including Rule H, regulations, and rules
- Surveying practices, legal property descriptions, permitting requirements, work order reconciliation, and applicable safety rules
Skills in:
- Professional interpersonal communication including verbal, written and telephone etiquette
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Personal computers including commonly used applications, and AutoCAD/AUD
- Math and algebra and organization and project management
Ability to:
- Read and understand construction drawings and plat, feeder, and work order maps
- Assists with performing land and construction surveying and preparing easements with appropriate legal descriptions
- Gather information, organize, schedule, and design distribution facilities
- Calculate voltage drop/flicker, fault current, clearance, conductor sag, and tension requirements
- Perform vehicle inspections
- Determine when to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work overtime at supervisor's discretion
Level II:
Knowledge of:
- Lines core processes of new business operations, emergency response, and unplanned maintenance
- Electrical distribution facilities, operating and protective systems
- Line construction methods, materials, standards, and equipment
- Financial requirements including Rule H, regulations, and rules
- Surveying practices, legal property descriptions, permitting requirements, work order reconciliation, and applicable safety rules
Skills in:
- Professional interpersonal communication including verbal, written and telephone etiquette
- Customer focus, negotiation and conflict resolution
- Personal computers including commonly used applications, and AutoCAD/AUD
- Math and algebra and organization and project management
Ability to:
- Read and understand construction drawings and plat, feeder, and work order maps
- Assists with performing land and construction surveying and preparing easements with appropriate legal descriptions
- Gather information, organize, schedule, and design distribution facilities
- Calculate voltage drop/flicker, fault current, clearance, conductor sag, and tension requirements
- Perform vehicle inspections
- determine when to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and work overtime at supervisor's discretion
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Level 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
- Experience as a Journeyman Lineman
- Completion of Idaho Power Lineman Apprentice Program through Level 7
Prefer:
- Utility field operations experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days
Level II:
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
Experience:
- 4 years electric utility line design
OR
- Experience as a Journeyman Lineman with 1 year of design experience
- 2 1/2 years of experience as an IPC Distribution Designer I with a successful promotional assessment
OR
- is currently an IPC Journeyman Lineman
Prefer:
- Utility distribution construction experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days
Idaho Power
1221 W Idaho St
Boise
Idaho United States
www.idahopower.com
