Job Description:
Idaho Power's Daly Creek Habitat Management Area located in Richland, Oregon is looking for a Resource Technician I to join our Habitat Management 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.
What does a Resource Technician I do for us?
- Assist in implementing hydroelectric project license compliance tasks
- Gather and enter data
- Operate, maintain, and repair infrastructure and equipment
- Provide customer service to visitors on company-owned lands and facilities under supervision
- Complete basic information summaries relative to task completion
- Provide documentation as requested for project activities conducted
- Process data to database(s)
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- Irrigation methods including pressurized and flood systems
- Operation and maintenance of equipment related to agricultural or landscape maintenance
- Weed control methods
Skills in:
- Horticultural or agricultural operations
- Mechanics, basic electricity, and basic carpentry
- Operating ATVs, jet boats, and heavy equipment
Ability to:
- Perform physically demanding labor for extended periods of time
- Work in teams and work with minimal direct supervision for limited periods of time
- Positively and consistently represent Idaho Power Company during interactions with the public, agency personnel
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
OR
- Ability to obtain within three months of hire date
Preferred:
- Associate degree in relevant discipline such as agriculture, natural resources, or trade craft
Experience:
- 3 months of directly related experience
Preferred:
- 3 years of applicable experience
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
- DOT medical card or ability to obtain prior to hire
Preferred:
- Demonstrated experience and ability to operate vehicles pulling trailers, and/or other equipment relevant to specific additional job duties
- Licenses and certifications necessary to complete additional specific job duties (e.g., Idaho or Oregon pesticide applicator's license)
Idaho Power
1221 W Idaho St
Boise
Idaho United States
www.idahopower.com