Pre-Apprentice Control C&M Technician

SRP • Phoenix, AZ

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join us in building a better future for Arizona! SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona. Why Work at SRP At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power. SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. The basic functions of the Control C&M Technician are to construct, maintain and operate SRP’s fully integrated control system. Utilize various software systems and electronic analytical equipment to monitor and maintain electric systems operations. Any one position may not include all duties, nor do the example of duties include all tasks, which may be found in the position of this class.

Requirements

• Knowledge of but not limited to: Control systems including construction, operation and maintenance of those systems. Three areas of focus include Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Distribution Feeder Automation (DFA). RTUs are the heart of SRP substation’s supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system. These devices are responsible for providing the EMS with the data necessary for safe and reliable operation of the electric grid. EMS allows Dispatchers to remotely monitor and operate field devices that are controlled by the RTUs. EMS gathers data from RTUs and interfaces with Dispatchers through visual displays and audible alarms. DFA is a system to improve reliability and timely restoration for customers on the distribution network after a primary fault. It is a process used to isolate faults, and reduce the impact of power failure by using a system of pad and pole mounted switches outside of substations.
• Skills in the proper use of: Tools in the construction, maintenance and operation of the SCADA network in an efficient manner, ensuring a high level of quality assurance.
• Ability to: Construct, install and maintain supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), automatic generation control (AGC), telemetry, digital computer systems equipment and networks, and related electronic systems and equipment.
• Educational prerequisites as required by the Joint Apprenticeship Corporate Committee
• Apprentices and Pre-Apprentices will complete the above tasks and duties under the direct supervision of a journeyworker.
• Physical Agility Test
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install and maintain supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), automatic generation control (AGC), telemetry, digital computer systems equipment and networks, and related electronic systems and equipment.
• Repair or modify existing equipment to meet specific functional and performance requirements.
• Analyzes trouble and performs corrective action to return systems and equipment to working order.
• Work individually or as a member of a team to conceive and/or implement new designs or design modifications to new or existing equipment to enable it to meet functional and performance requirements.
• Prepare reports of equipment failures, performances and related studies.
• Follow company policies related to safety and various company procedures.
• Obtains necessary equipment, outages and clearances.
• Be responsible for vehicle, test equipment and job material associated with job assignments.
• Perform related work as required and/or assigned; attend training programs, seminars, conferences and meetings; assists degreed engineers and/or other technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Employee must work safely and efficiently in the performance of their job duties.
• Must maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public.
• Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and have the ability to accurately and legibly complete applicable paper work.
• May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime.
• Operate vehicles

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed