Classification Responsibilities:
A Substation Journeyman performs highly skilled, journeyman-level electrical work in the operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of high voltage electric substations, and other related electrical and mechanical equipment associated with high voltage electric substations.
Distinguishing Features:
The hazardous conditions of working in close proximity to energized equipment (high voltages of 12,470 and 500,000 volts) in substations are extremely critical factors of this job. Work is strenuous and requires bending, stooping, and heavy lifting. A Substation Journeyman works under the general supervision of the Electric Substation Supervisor and/or Electric Substation Foreman and is expected to use independent judgment in the performance of their duties. Incumbents are subject to out of town assignments, and must be willing to work overtime as required. This class is FLSA nonexempt.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED. Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program and possession of a valid card or certificate of Substation Journeyman or Journeyman Lineman status, which will be verified prior to qualifying applicants. Considerable experience performing journeyman-level high voltage substation duties with an electric utility or other entity operating and maintaining high voltage substation equipment.
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid CDL/ Class A Arizona Driver's License by the position close date. Must live within reasonable distance from assigned Headquarters.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications
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.
In addition to submitting your online application, please send a copy of the following documents to craftjobs@apsc.com by 3PM on the position close date (OCT 12TH, 2017) if you would like to be considered for the next steps of the process:
- Copy of your High School diploma or G. E. D.
- Copy of your Registered Substation Journeyman Apprenticeship Program Completion Certificate* OR Official Letter** from HR Management or a member of the company's operations leadership (stating: your job title, roles and responsibilities, and length of time you spent in that position, etc.).
- Copy of your manual transmission Class A CDL license (front and back and IN COLOR)
*Registered Apprenticeship Program Criteria: Program must have a documented process for hours worked in the field in the work processes associated with the craft e.g. distribution, transmission, maintenance, etc. Registered apprenticeship programs for the trades in question require 7,000 - 10,000 hours (3 -5 years). Program must have documented proof of completion of related education classroom courses. Registered apprenticeship programs require a minimum of 144 hours per year of related education courses during the course of the apprenticeship program
** Journeyman level experience must be documented in writing if you are unable to provide us a certificate of completion of Registered Apprenticeship. This will require a letter on company letterhead documenting your title, details of your roles and responsibilities, and length of time in that position. It must be signed by an operations or HR manager. This information will be subject to verification.
Job ID 20170647
APS
400 North 5th Street
Phoenix
Arizona United States
www.aps.com
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, "U.S. Export Control Laws"). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Pinnacle West") provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Testing Information & Contact
Tests are only administered to referred candidates. More information about our tests and the testing process is available through www.pinnaclewest.com/careers and then clicking on the link for "Pre-employment Testing".
- A written [paper and pencil] test will be administered.
- A test using a computer with keyboard will be administered.
- A hands-on skills test will be administered.
- A physical ability test will be administered.
E-mail will be the method of contact with job applicants for test scheduling. Please be sure to check your e-mail regularly so that you receive scheduling notifications for testing and updated job information.
