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Journeyman Lineworker – Transmission & Distribution

Idaho Power Company

Boise, ID

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50.02–$62.53 Per Hour
SKILLS
Business Operations, Business Processes, CDL Driver's License, CPR Certification, Class A License, Code of Federal Regulations, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Projects, Data Entry, Driver's License, Employee Benefits, First Aid, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Human Resources, Leadership, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Product Family, On Call, Physical Demands, Power Outages, Power Plant, Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Boise, ID
POSTED
14 days ago
_If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the__Employee Portal (https://www.myworkday.com/idahopowercompany/d/task/12709$9.htmld) ._


Application Deadline:


07/12/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time


# of Positions:


2


Job Type:


Regular


Job End Date:


Exemption Status:


Non-Exempt


Pay Range:


$50.02 - $62.53


Minimum Age Requirement:


21


Job Description:


Idaho Power Company (IPC) — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for two _Journeyman Lineworkers_ to join our Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Construction crews. 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 Journeyman Lineworker do for us?


As a member of the T&D Construction Project Team, they travel across Idaho Power’s service territories to perform construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground distribution and transmission lines.


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:


+ Line core process of new business operations, outage response, planned and unplanned maintenance

+ Line construction methods, materials, standards, and equipment

+ Chemical safety and IPC safety program


Skills in:


+ Use of personal computers utilizing Microsoft products and time-entry software


Ability to:


+ Perform basic arithmetic calculations

+ Identify purposes of commonly encountered materials, parts, and equipment used in lines construction

+ Maintain neat, accurate, and legible records

+ Respond to outages outside of normal working hours and work overtime at the discretion of the supervisor

+ Read and understand construction drawings and diagrams, plat maps, feeder maps, and work order maps

+ Work on-call rotation

+ Establish positive working relationships with all team members and leadership

+ May be required to rotate as a lead lineman on the crew


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS


Education:


+ High school diploma or GED


Experience:


+ Certificate of completion of an Apprentice Lineworker training program that is recognized by the Bureau of Office of Apprenticeship (OA), including at least 4 years of relevant work experience


OR


+ 6 years documented experience as a lineworker in distribution and/or transmission, 2 of which must be documented at a journeyman level


OR


+ IPC employee currently or previously employed as a Journeyman Lineworker


Licenses & Certifications:


+ Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

+ Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card

+ Current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain prior to hire

+ Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position involves maintenance and repair of transformers at ground level and vault. This can require up to 150 lbs. push/pull activities, lifts up to 50 lbs., frequent kneeling, standing and crouching, as well as climbing into the vault. This job also involves climbing up to 50 ft. and occasionally up to 70-90 ft. utility poles to install/repair, while carrying 40 lbs. safety gear. Mechanical and hand tools are used to dig holes up to 14 feet in which poles are placed via team lift. Cross arms, which require a team lift of 120 lbs., and other equipment will be installed/replaced on poles using a mag drill. Other activities required are loading and unloading ATV’s using a ramp, attaching wire, hotstick/shotgun use, hiking/carrying tools up to several miles per day, occasional digging and frequent above shoulder work including the use of a manual trimmer. Data entry is also required for up to 3 consecutive days to input all field work into record keeping software. To ensure the manufacturer's rated capacity of climbing hooks, ladders, and aerial equipment are not exceeded, applicants body weight cannot exceed 300 lbs. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate exam. 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

Minimum age of 21 years. Additional safety related training may be required.


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, as well as complete required company and safety training.


Position requires employee to travel and participate in the T&D hitch schedule – 8 days of travel within Idaho Power’s service territories and 6 days home.


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Competencies:


Adaptability, Collaborating, Communication, Continuous Learning, Decision Making, Safety Focus, Work Standards


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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.**


About Us


With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide safe, reliable, affordable energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.


Our nearly 2,200 employees serve more than 650,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work, and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West.


We’re working hard to keep our communities safe, connected, and thriving. We hope you’ll join us.


Contact Information


Phone: 208-388-2965


Email: jobs@idahopower.com


Fax: 208-388-6695


Idaho Power Company


Recruiting Office


P.O. Box 70


Boise, ID 83707


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