Materials Handler

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Application Deadline:

07/03/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time # of

Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt Pay Range:

$28.64 - $34.49

Hourly Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Materials Handler to join our Corporate Services & Communication 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 Materials Handler do for us? The Materials Handler, with limited supervision, receives, stores, retrieves, and issues electrical utility materials, tools, supplies, and equipment; they use a computerized Enterprise Resource Planning system to accurately record all materials movement transactions; develop and maintain indoor and outdoor storage areas; maintain organization, cleanliness and 5S Standards within facility and daily workspace; and ensures a safe working environment through regular safety inspections and cleaning and maintenance of all storage and work areas and equipment. They must work in a team-oriented environment with high focus on customer satisfaction. The work is performed in both a warehouse and yard environment, which involves working with chemicals, equipment, hand and power tools, and material that requires special handling, storage, and packaging due to exposure to potential environmental and safety hazards. 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:

Proper and safe handling, loading/unloading, moving, storing, and shipping of materials Safe use of hand tools and equipment ERP system experience General warehousing including 5S Lean standards Skills in: Basic PC operations, including use of Microsoft Office products Effective oral and written communication Teamwork Basic math Problem solving and researching Ability to: Maintain neat, accurate, and legible records Follow oral and written instructions Interact effectively with public, team members, and members of other work teams Perform moderately heavy manual labor while focusing on safety

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High school diploma or

GED Experience:

3 years of materials handling experience, including forklift utilization and inventory management software system experience

Preferred:

3 years of warehouse materials handling experience in the last 5 years including forklift and inventory management or ERP system experience

Licenses & Certifications:

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position Must obtain First Aid/CPR card and Idaho Power forklift certification within 30 days Forklift certification requirements by location include rough terrain, counterbalance and narrow aisle certifications

Preferred:

Idaho Power certification to operate forklifts and manlifts, First Aid/CPR card, or

DOT PHMSA 49 CFR

Part 172 hazardous materials training at time of hire

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, reaching and occasional crawling or lying on ground to handle material and or inspect/operate forklift. The position also sorts and retrieves material to fill orders requiring frequent floor to waist lifting of up to 60 lbs. Items are collected onto a cart that requires up to 150 lbs. of push/pull initiation force. This job also includes material collection and placement in to totes for order fulfillment, transfers, and staging. A step ladder is used for higher placed items. Two-person team lifts are required for material or containers that can weigh up to 200 lbs. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation, the Department of Transportation (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

Complete

DOT PHMSA 49 CFR

Part 172 required hazardous materials employee training. Depending on location, must pass an Alcohol Tobacco Firearms (ATF) 27 CFR Part 555 background check and be authorized as an Employee Possessor under IPC's permit to handle explosives. Additional safety related training as required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Requires limited overnight travel to other facilities within the Company warehouse network and be available for after-hours on-call emergency response. Job requires the employee to attend required safety trainings and to obtain and wear company provided and approved safety footwear and PPE.

Competencies:

Communication, Customer Focus, Planning and Organizing, Safety Focus, Stress Tolerance, Work Standards __________________________________ 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.