Auxiliary Operator Fire Brigade | Four Corners Power Plant

Overview

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

The Auxiliary Operator on the Operations Team at Four Corners Power Plant supports the safe, efficient and cost-effective production of electric energy by operating and monitoring turbines, generators, scrubbers, bag houses, and plant auxiliary equipment. Performs chemical analysis of boiler water, wells, and circulating water and operating water treatment and chemical addition systems and minor mechanical maintenance. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Reasonable and necessary overtime will be required. Shift work may be required.

The work schedule for this position is a 12-hour rotating shift as defined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement; LOMA dated December 8, 2015.

• Be at least 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid driver's license
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• Applicant must have completed Auxiliary Operator Trainee curriculum or equivalent
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• Qualify for Fire Brigade duties.
• Pass the EEI operations aptitude test (POSS).
• Pass a written and hands-on test
• Pass an Oral Interview
• This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300lbs or less.
• Must live within reasonable distance (
  one (1) hour
  ) from the power plant.

• Employee must have the ability to physically perform the emergency response activities effectively which include but are not limited to
  :
  • Carry or drag a victim up to 100 lbs. at least 18 feet
  • Don/wear a SCBA respirator 40 lbs. (additional to PPE)
  • Perform firefighting activities as outlined within the Fire Brigade limited response tasks
  • Don/wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that can weigh up to 50 lbs.
  • Perform emergency response activities in potential high heat scenarios
  • Perform tasks at heights if and when needed
  • Carry materials/tools/hose (10-100 lbs.) a distance of up to 84 feet and descend/ascend 3 flights of stairs

• Employee is required to participate in the medical monitoring program which includes:
  • A standard physical examination, vision, hearing and blood testing (complete blood count, lipid profile, complete metabolic panel, HbA1c), EKG (resting or exercise) and pulmonary fitness testing

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') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited…