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APS Group · 1 day ago

Operations & Maintenance Associate

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

APS is the largest and longest-serving energy provider in Arizona, committed to creating a sustainable energy future. The Operations and Maintenance Associate plays a crucial role in supporting the planning and execution of maintenance activities within the electric distribution system, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

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Responsibilities

Successfully completes the APS Customer Project Training, including on-the-job training (OJT)

Assists in creating and executing routine, planned maintenance work packages and schedules. Learns to triage incoming work, apply appropriate keywording in Maximo, order required materials, and enter work details into the system. Supports O&M Coordinators and Sr Coordinators in creating detailed work packages, securing permits and conducting field checks to ensure job site readiness and compliance

Coordinates support activities such as TOA, Blue Stakes, customer outage notifications, lane closures, tree trimming, hole digging and hauling ¿ initially under guidance then independently for routine, planned, non-emergent work. Initiates Work Authorizations (WAs) and GIS designs for maintenance and construction activities

Manages material availability, updates Maximo planning tool and supports contractor coordination and invoicing under supervision. Learns and assists with job closeout and reconciliation processes, including Maximo closeout, material reconciliation and as-built design/Arc Alert submissions

Serves as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, communicates project status and impacts, and supports cross-departmental coordination. Monitors project progress and makes adjustments to ensure timely and cost-effective completion

Maintains accurate records in work management systems for projects

Assists O&M Coordinator in providing emergency response support during events such as summer storms or other catastrophic situations

Qualification

Construction ManagementBudget ManagementProject ManagementStakeholder EngagementCustomer InterfaceWindowsMaximoPrimaveraNegotiation SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Construction Management or other job-related field from an accredited college or university plus one (1) years experience in construction management, maintenance, project management, customer facing roles involving scope definition, timeline coordination, budget management and stakeholder engagement and/or other job-related fields

Or, Associates degree plus three (3) years experience in construction management, maintenance, project management, customer facing roles involving scope definition, timeline coordination, budget management and stakeholder engagement and/or other job-related fields

Or, high school diploma/GED plus five (5) years experience in construction management, maintenance, project management, customer facing roles involving scope definition, timeline coordination, budget management and stakeholder engagement and/or other job-related fields

Valid Arizona Drivers License

Preferred

Experience in Construction and/or maintenance operations

Experience with customer interface, ability to adapt/respond to a variety of stakeholders, manage complaints, negotiation skills, and problem solving

Business, planning, and project management skills

Computer skills: Windows, Word Excel, CC&B, GIS, and work order management programs such as Maximo and Primavera

Proficiency in the application of PC skills and programs for data management and project scheduling as well as the analytical ability to evaluate the interdependent relationship of project variables

Basic electricity course and drafting/CAD experience

Successful completion of college Algebra

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills