Materials Coordinator

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Application Deadline:
11/17/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:
1

Job Type:
Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay Range:
$37.15 - 44.74 Hourly

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Hailey, Idaho — is looking for an Materials Coordinator to join our Supply Chain 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 provide our customers with safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.

What does a Materials Coordinator do for us?

- Manages material needs for internal, contracted project and maintenance crews, and other work groups at assigned locations
- Works closely with planners, leaders, and schedulers and develop strong relationships with customers and local leadership
- Includes independent materials handling and some purchasing duties, as well as providing general direction to Material Handlers, as needed
- Requires maintaining organization, cleanliness, and safety standards; ensuring material accuracy; and operating in a customer-service focused environment

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, shipping, receiving, and inventory control procedures

·       Hazardous materials and waste handling, transportation, documentation, and disposal, including applicable state and federal regulations

·       Electric utility operations including application of typical materials and equipment used in the industry

·       ERP system experience

·       General warehousing including 5S Lean standards

Preferred:

o   Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Asset Suite inventory management module

o   Utility power production or delivery operations, material, equipment, and practices

Skills in:

·       Basic reading, writing, and math

·       Basic PC operations including the use of Microsoft Office products

·       Good interpersonal communication

·       Teamwork

·       Equipment operation including various types of electric, gas, and diesel lift truck equipment

Ability to:

·       Perform moderately heavy manual labor

·       Operate various types of lift truck equipment

·       Maintain neat, accurate, and legible records

·       Follow oral and written instructions

·       Interact effectively with public, team members, and members of other work teams

Preferred:

o   Visually distinguish between various types of utility materials, tools, and equipment

o   Verify and reconcile material usage against work orders

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

·  High school diploma or GED

Experience:

·       4 years of materials handling experience or an equivalent combination of materials handling, inventory management, or purchasing experience

AND

·       1 year of electronic inventory management or ERP system experience

Preferred:

o   5 years of materials handling experience or an equivalent combination of materials handling, inventory management, or purchasing experience

AND

o   1 year of electronic inventory management or ERP system experience

AND

o   18 months as an Idaho Power Materials employee

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 have the ability to attain within 120 days of hire

·       Must obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days

·       Idaho Power forklift certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days

·       Crane Certification may be required depending on location

·       Forklift certification requirements – rough terrain and counterbalance certifications

Preferred:

o   Depending on location, DOT Medical Card, Class A CDL at time of hire

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Materials Coordinator position uses a computer to order supplies to ensure efficient operation of the materials area and mechanic’s shop. They may also be required to perform the physical demands required of other positions, such as: bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and occasional crawling or lying on ground to inspect and operate a forklift, loading and unloading carts with equipment (up to 85 lbs.) push/pull force of up to 145 lbs. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate. 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. May be required to support local operations on special projects.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required.

Requires participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation. On-call responsibilities may require work outside of regular work hours for emergency purposes, which may include shift work, evenings, and/or weekends. Must live within 45 miles of the facility with the ability to respond within 30 minutes for on-call rotation.

Job requires the employee to obtain and wear company provided and approved safety footwear and appropriate FR clothing and PPE.

Competencies:
Communication, Customer Focus, Planning and Organizing, Safety Focus, Stress Tolerance, Work Standards

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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 : [email protected]

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.