Fleet Maintenance Technician (Garage Technician) – Temporary
Idaho Power Company**If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the Employee Portal . Application Deadline: 10/30/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time # of Positions: 1 Job Type: Regular Job End Date: 12/17/2027 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Pay Range: $46.44 - $55.93 Hourly Minimum Age Requirement: Job Description: Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Fleet Maintenance Technician to join our Operations Support 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 safe, reliable, and affordable energy they depend on. What does a Fleet Maintenance Technician do for us? The Fleet Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance, trouble shooting and repair, major overhaul, and general repair work on gasoline and diesel engines, advanced hydraulic, electrical systems, pneumatic and other power equipment. 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. REQUIRED SKILLS Knowledge of: Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic fundamentals Operating characteristics and testing procedures for hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems ANSI, OSHA, DOT, and state regulations on transportation and construction equipment Safety precautions Tools and procedures for this type of work Welding and some fabrication Gas and diesel engine troubleshooting and repair DOT inspections Complex diagnostic tooling, high voltage test equipment Skills in: Effective oral and written communication Use of computers including utilizing Microsoft products and time-entry software Following oral and written instructions. Preferred: Some fleet maintenance software and inventory management Ability to: Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems Interpret schematics, mechanical, and electrical diagrams Work well with others, or independently when necessary Resolve conflicts Familiar with vehicle interfaces, scanning and programming MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High school diploma or GED and one of the following: Completion of a Vocational school in diesel or automotive OR Equivalent experience in a related industry Experience: 5 years of heavy-duty mechanics experience with an emphasis in field repair including hydraulics, with some automotive background Preferred: 7 years of heavy-duty mechanic experience, with a strong background in field repair, hydraulic repair extensive background with utility type equipment, automotive and truck repair 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 within 120 days of hire Preferred: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position works within the shop or in the field to maintain, inspect, and repair all equipment/vehicles within the IPC fleet. Frequent use of hand tools/equipment requires repetitive gripping and good manual dexterity. Sustained postures with frequent twisting, bending/stooping, kneeling, lying, and reaching with occasional crouching and crawling to maneuver under vehicles/equipment is necessary. Climbing ladders and onto/from trucks/equipment is required as well as occasional work operating and testing equipment up to 75-110 feet in the air. Pushing and pulling of up to 135 lbs. and lifting up to 115 lbs. (waist height), and 67 lbs. (shoulder height and overhead) is performed. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the Department of Transportation (…