Construction Equipment Operator II - Temporary

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Application Deadline:

07/13/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

02/05/2027

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

$44.74 - 53.89 Hourly

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power - located in Twin Falls, Idaho - is looking for a temporary Construction Equipment Operator II to join our Customer Operations 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 provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Construction Equipment Operator II do for us?

The Construction Equipment Operator II performs assignments while operating a variety of heavy equipment and construction equipment. While on a work location, they report to the Foreman of that job. They assist with lines work as needed and scheduled. They may perform other construction-related groundwork when equipment is not in use.

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:

• Dig line rules
• Grades and elevations
• Function, operation, and care of commonly encountered construction equipment
• Hazards and safety precautions of the work, traffic laws, ordinances, and rules
• Material requests
• DOT transportation regulations and laws pertaining to equipment, aggregate, and hazmat transportation
• Familiarity of ANSI, OHSA rules and regulations

Skills in:

• The basic use of personal computers, including email
• Verbal and written communication

Ability to:

• Work under direct supervision or be self-directed
• Work with different foremen and crews
• Establish effective working relationships
• Travel and work throughout Idaho Power Company (IPC) service area
• Use good judgment and initiative in resolving work problems
• Work hitches and overtime as needed and maintain neat, accurate, and legible records
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Assist and train other operators

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• 4 or more years recent experience using mini-excavators, skid steers, trucks and trailers, and backhoes

Preferred:

• Building overhead power lines, setting poles, pulling wire, building roads and pad landings, and running various pieces of equipment including excavators, backhoes, dozers, rope trucks, and tensioners

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card or ability to obtain prior to hire
• Current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain prior to hire
• Must have or obtain an attached State-issued Hazardous Materials endorsement within 90 days of hire
• Must have or obtain tanker (N) and double-triple (T) endorsements and complete an Idaho Power Road Test within 30 days of hire
• Crane certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position lifts/carries up to 150 lbs. (75 lbs. in each hand) occasionally and 50-75 lbs. frequently to knuckle height. Lifting of up to 120 lbs. to shoulder height/overhead is required occasionally. Carrying is required up to 150 feet on ascents, descents, uneven, and sometimes loose terrain. Climbing of 8-foot ladders and onto/from trucks/trailers/heavy equipment is required. Drilling/packing off steep surfaces/rock faces is performed up to several times yearly while wearing safety fall restraints. Pushing up to 130 lbs. and pulling up to 110 lbs. is required occasionally. Hand tools are used, and attachment of blasting caps requires good manual dexterity. Shoveling is required to place stemming into 5-gallon buckets and to dig around utilities. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate. 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. Additional safety related training may be required. Respond to emergencies in excess of normal working hours throughout IPC service area. Works overtime at the discretion of the supervisor. Must attend and successfully complete earliest scheduled crane certification class. Must be able to pass ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms) background check to handle explosives.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position requires the ability to work frequent hitches with overnight stays away from home, work overtime and respond to emergencies outside of normal working hours. The successful candidate must complete an Employee Possessor Questionnaire form within 30 days of hire to be submitted and approved by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms as a Possessor of Explosives. If unable to obtain the Possessor license, corrective action, up to and including termination of employment may occur.

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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Competencies:

Adaptability, Building Customer Loyalty, Collaborating, Communication, Decision Making, Planning and Organizing, Safety Focus

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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.com

Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We''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.