Substation Journeyman (Deer Valley Substation Maintenance)

Substation Journeyman (Deer Valley Substation Maintenance)

The Deer Valley Substation Maintenance Team has an immediate opening for a Substation Journeyman. The work hours for this position are Monday-Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM (AZ/MST).

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must qualify as a Substation Journeyman
• Completed a Registered Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent training program (as approved by APS T&D Technical & Safety Training) PLUS one year experience as a Substation Journeyman
• Commercial Driver's License (Class "A") with ability to meet all DOT requirements
• Must have at least a Class A CDL permit at the time of application, and a clean driving record
• If applying with a CDL Permit, a valid Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions (i.e., airbrakes)) must be obtained prior to the official transfer/start date
• If applying with an out-of-state CDL, a valid Arizona Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions (i.e., airbrakes)) must be obtained within 30 days of the official transfer/start date
• Must live within reasonable distance (one (1) hour) from assigned Headquarters
• Subject to overtime and/or out-of-town assignments
• Qualifying tests (written and hands-on) will be administered (Travel reimbursement may be available for out of state candidates.)
• This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less.
• The established headquarters for this position is subject to relocation to the HUBwest Service Center a facility that will be located 38 miles west of downtown Phoenix, on a date to be determined by the Company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Considerable experience performing journeyman-level high voltage substation duties with an electric utility or other entity operating and maintaining high voltage substation equipment preferred
• Experienced in writing and executing switching orders, and basic computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

The ideal candidate filling this vacancy must be self-motivated, communicate and work well with others, and possess a positive attitude with the highest commitment to work safety.