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Idaho Power Apprenticeship Shawna Potter Programs HR Professional Company Overview Electric utility engaged in generation, transmission, distribution, sale and purchase of electric energy Service area: Southern Idaho and

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Idaho Power Apprenticeship Programs

Shawna Potter HR Professional

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Company Overview

Electric utility engaged in

generation, transmission, distribution, sale and purchase of electric energy

Service area:

– Southern Idaho and Eastern Oregon – Headquartered in Boise, ID

Approximately 2,000 employees
Founded in 1916

– 1954: Birth date of apprenticeship programs

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Types of Apprentice Training Programs

Lineman Apprentice Station Technician Apprentice Meter Technician Apprentice Generation Specialist Apprentice Line Operations Technician Apprentice Generation Technician Apprentice Relay Technician Apprentice Communication Technician Apprentice

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Benefits of Apprenticeships

Well‐rounded, competent workforce
Mutually beneficial to explore cultural fit while building upon

company specific skills and methods

Opportunities for development and succession planning

– Increases engagement – Assists with staffing needs

National support and recognition

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Challenges We Face

Multiple program growth management
Time and resource investment
Outreach, education, and public knowledge of apprenticeship

programs

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