About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Information </b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">A <span>Senior Hydro Mechanic</span> is a supervising employee under the direction of the Hydro superintendent who:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">is a qualified Hydro Mechanic with one year experience at a hydro facility;</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">has completed the Senior Hydro Mechanic check off; within 1 year;</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">works with the employees under their supervision;</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">as assigned, directs the maintenance and construction/upgrades of facilities associated with hydro operations;</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">is responsible for a mechanical maintenance repair shop or area including tools, equipment, supplies and spare parts supplied by the Company;</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Prepares reports, equipment recommendations, and maintains records</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Assists in planning and scheduling.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">With a minimum of supervision repairs and maintains all types of mechanical equipment in a generating station and associated facilities, including installation and proper alignment, and is also capable of performing precision work with all types of machine tools.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Overhaul turbines, generators, governors, pumps, valves, gates, compressors, and related mechanical equipment.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Hydro Mechanic skills will include proficiency in all types of welding</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience related power plant maintenance.</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Effective verbal and written communication skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to read and interpret written documents such as drawings, manuals, procedures, safety rules, policies. </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Able to conceptualize and develop creative alternatives to problem resolution</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Capability of interpreting an extensive variety of technical instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Comprehensive understanding of electric generating plant systems.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Benefits</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle</span></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Medical, dental, and vision insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute. </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Life insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Tuition Assistance</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:8.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">.</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Work Life Balance</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance</span></li> </ul> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Paid Parental Leave</span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Paid Bereavement Leave </span></li> <li style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><u>Additional Information</u></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Req Id: 114291 </span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Company Code: PacifiCorp </span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Primary Location: Ariel, Washington (Merwin Hydro Dam) </span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Department: Power Supply </span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Schedule: Full-Time</span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 125</span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Hiring Range: $62.14 per hour </span></p> <p><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit: <a href="https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US">https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US</a> </span></p> <p><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.</span><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.</span></p> <p><br><span style="font-family:'times new roman', times, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.</span></p></div></div></div>