Sander
Company Name:
Idaho Power Company
Position Type:
Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Sander prepares transformers for painting, including scraping, washing, adhesive removal, blow-drying, masking, prepping, and sanding. The Sander also provides backup support for the painter.
Typical duties include:
Removing adhesive labels from Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Scrapes stickers from units using a razor blade scraper. Cleans porcelain bushings to remove dirt, debris and adhesive residue.
Washing of Transformers and other oil filled equipment : Loads wash bay with units on carts. Sprays equipment with degreaser and various soaps to thoroughly clean units so paint will adhere. (Procedure requires the use of ear plugs and rubber gloves).
Rinsing of Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Thoroughly rinses units using a high pressure washer, being careful to follow established procedures. (Procedure requires the use of ear plugs and rubber gloves).
Masking of Transformers and other oil filled equipment : Masks primary and secondary bushings, ground lugs, data plates, and other areas according to established procedure.
Sanding of Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Sands units according to prescribed procedures, checks surfaces, chooses appropriate product, grinds metal parts, and applies rust converter if warranted, and primes bare metal. Procedure requires the use of proper protective equipment. Proper PPE includes: ear plugs, rubber gloves, over the ankle safety toe shoes, safety glasses, dust mask, and face shield.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Knowledge of:
Pressurized painting systems and procedures
Auto body and painting techniques
Skills in:
Sanding, prepping, and painting metal surfaces
Verbal and written communication
Ability to:
Perform physical labor
Work independently
Establish positive working relationships in a team environment
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Experience:
One year of experience with auto body preparation, hand-held tools, painting techniques, and pressurized painting systems (High Volume Low Pressure or HVLP).
Prefer 3 years of the above experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires the ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, climb, twist, kneel, balance and reach. Frequently use repetitive hand and arm motion (washing and sanding); stand for long periods of time. Occasionally lift shoulder high and above, waist and knee high items weighing up to 25 lbs; occasionally carry with one hand or two hands tools weighing up to 25 lbs; occasionally use exertional force greater than 50 lbs. Requires the ability to operate foot pedals while operating a vehicle. Must be able to grasp and hold simple hand tools and testing equipment and use fine motor skills while sanding. Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property.
Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment, post-offer Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA).
JOB COMPETENCIES
Safety Awareness, Quality Orientation, Communication, Applied Learning, Managing Work (includes Time Management), Energy, Contributing to Team Success, Gaining Commitment, Building Customer Loyalty, and Adaptability
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - rubber gloves and dust mask.
To be considered for this position, please visit our website at and complete our online application. If you have questions, or require assistance or accommodation to complete the online application, please contact us at:
Phone
Email:
Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Company Description:
At Idaho Power, we work hard every day to bring energy to your door. We do it safely and proudly. You can rest easier knowing we are always there. Planning for the future, caring for the environment, partnering with you. Big and small. Day and night. Today and tomorrow. We are your neighbors, your friends and your family, and you can always count on us for reliable, responsible, fair-priced service.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Idaho Power Company
Position Type:
Full-time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Sander prepares transformers for painting, including scraping, washing, adhesive removal, blow-drying, masking, prepping, and sanding. The Sander also provides backup support for the painter.
Typical duties include:
Removing adhesive labels from Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Scrapes stickers from units using a razor blade scraper. Cleans porcelain bushings to remove dirt, debris and adhesive residue.
Washing of Transformers and other oil filled equipment : Loads wash bay with units on carts. Sprays equipment with degreaser and various soaps to thoroughly clean units so paint will adhere. (Procedure requires the use of ear plugs and rubber gloves).
Rinsing of Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Thoroughly rinses units using a high pressure washer, being careful to follow established procedures. (Procedure requires the use of ear plugs and rubber gloves).
Masking of Transformers and other oil filled equipment : Masks primary and secondary bushings, ground lugs, data plates, and other areas according to established procedure.
Sanding of Transformers and other oil filled equipment: Sands units according to prescribed procedures, checks surfaces, chooses appropriate product, grinds metal parts, and applies rust converter if warranted, and primes bare metal. Procedure requires the use of proper protective equipment. Proper PPE includes: ear plugs, rubber gloves, over the ankle safety toe shoes, safety glasses, dust mask, and face shield.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Knowledge of:
Pressurized painting systems and procedures
Auto body and painting techniques
Skills in:
Sanding, prepping, and painting metal surfaces
Verbal and written communication
Ability to:
Perform physical labor
Work independently
Establish positive working relationships in a team environment
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Experience:
One year of experience with auto body preparation, hand-held tools, painting techniques, and pressurized painting systems (High Volume Low Pressure or HVLP).
Prefer 3 years of the above experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires the ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, climb, twist, kneel, balance and reach. Frequently use repetitive hand and arm motion (washing and sanding); stand for long periods of time. Occasionally lift shoulder high and above, waist and knee high items weighing up to 25 lbs; occasionally carry with one hand or two hands tools weighing up to 25 lbs; occasionally use exertional force greater than 50 lbs. Requires the ability to operate foot pedals while operating a vehicle. Must be able to grasp and hold simple hand tools and testing equipment and use fine motor skills while sanding. Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property.
Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment, post-offer Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA).
JOB COMPETENCIES
Safety Awareness, Quality Orientation, Communication, Applied Learning, Managing Work (includes Time Management), Energy, Contributing to Team Success, Gaining Commitment, Building Customer Loyalty, and Adaptability
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - rubber gloves and dust mask.
To be considered for this position, please visit our website at and complete our online application. If you have questions, or require assistance or accommodation to complete the online application, please contact us at:
Phone
Email:
Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Company Description:
At Idaho Power, we work hard every day to bring energy to your door. We do it safely and proudly. You can rest easier knowing we are always there. Planning for the future, caring for the environment, partnering with you. Big and small. Day and night. Today and tomorrow. We are your neighbors, your friends and your family, and you can always count on us for reliable, responsible, fair-priced service.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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