Closes: December 15, 2024
Salary: $45.11 per hour to $59.29 per hour, 8 step apprenticeship; Bargaining Unit

Job Description
The Avista Utilities Candidate Pool for Apprentice Protection Control Meter Tech is being opened to identify qualified individuals interested in the Apprentice Protection Control Meter Tech Apprenticeship. Locations and assignments will vary. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, journeyman opportunities may not be in work locations that the apprentice had trained in.

Test generating equipment, measuring instruments and other components of the electrical system for proper operation and makes or suggests corrections where necessary. Diagnoses and repairs all electrical system components for the restoration of service. Tests and maintains complex relays, meters and regulators for generators, transformers, transmission, distribution and co-generation systems, which include electro-mechanical, solid state, pneumatic and non-electrical equipment.

Requirements

18 years of age or older.

Ability to successfully complete within 180 days of hire company in-house programs or high school/college equivalent courses which may require taking standardized tests to ensure requirements are met: (Must attach certificate of completion to application if previously completed)

Basic Math Algebra

Basic Electricity 1 Basic Electricity 2 Math/Trigonometry for Electrical Workers Documentation of High school graduation or completed GED. Two years of Technical School or College training in a related field or successful completion of an apprenticeship in a related electrical craft (Electrician, Electric Meter, Power Plant Operator, etc.) Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.  Valid driver's license. Copy/abstract of driving record for at least the last 36 months. Meet physical condition requirements; be able to perform work as evidenced by medical and job-related examinations.

To Apply

Complete an online application and attach your resume and all required documents. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit”.

All prerequisites must be completed prior to close of posting and verification attached to application. Please submit all of the following documents:

Copy of valid driver's license Current, state-issued driver’s abstract (no older than 6 months) High School/GED or College/University Transcript Certificate of completion from the following courses (if completed):  Basic Math Algebra Basic Electricity 1 Basic Electricity 2 Math/Trigonometry for Electrical Workers Letters of recommendation (optional)

Benefits
At Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.   

This position is considered safety-sensitive under the Department of Transportation regulations 49 CFR Part 40 and may be subject to pre-employment drug and/or alcohol testing as well as other testing and training requirements as mandated by federal law.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action

Avista will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Avista will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment, Affirmative Action efforts, and Equity, Inclusion and Diversity. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, protected veterans, and all others. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Equity and diversity in our workplace is important to us. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.