Job Description:
Idaho Power located in New Plymouth, Idaho is looking for a Generation Specialist to join our Combine Cycle Operations 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 Generation Specialist do for us?
With minimal supervision, they perform daily operations and maintenance functions essential for the safe and efficient operation of a one-on-one 330MW Combined Cycle with Duct Burners Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) power plant, and auxiliary equipment. They may be called upon to monitor or control remote simple cycle plants. They complete assigned tasks, including preventive and corrective maintenance. They also ensure necessary generation by performing manual switching and operation in the event of an emergency (i.e., failure of automated generation dispatch systems).
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:
- Fundamental electrical theory
- Functional understanding of the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of power plant equipment
- Basic water chemistry fundamentals
Skills in:
- Operating and maintaining power plants
- Inspecting and maintaining heavy equipment
- Operating computer systems, software, and programs
- Reading construction diagrams, schematics, drawings including P&IDs and single line electrical drawings
Ability to:
- Maintain high productivity with minimal supervision
- Perform manual labor and, when necessary, in adverse conditions
- Communicate effectively
- Establish positive working relationships in a team-based environment
- Conflict resolution
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
Preferred:
- AAS Degree in Power Plant Technology/Energy Generation
OR
- Power Plant Technology Technical Certificate
OR
- 2 years of military training in power generation/propulsion
Experience:
- Certificate of completion of a Generation Specialist training program that is recognized by the Bureau of Office of Apprenticeship (OA) that includes at least 2 years of relevant work experience in power plant operations
OR
- 4 years of experience in power plant operations with 2 years in gas-turbine or steam operations (i.e., simple cycle, combined cycle, nuclear, coal, geo-thermal, waste-water treatment, refinery, or related military power generation/propulsion)
Preferred:
- 4 years of experience in a combined cycle power plant
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
Idaho Power
1221 W Idaho St
Boise
Idaho United States
www.idahopower.com
