Salt River Project · 4 hours ago
Apprentice Distribution System Operator (DSO) 1st Year
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
New GradSalt River Project (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. The Apprentice Distribution System Operator (DSO) is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and directing activities on the SRP Distribution System, ensuring safe and reliable electric system operations while alleviating operating emergencies.
Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Knowledge required but not limited to:
Knowledge of electrical theory and power distribution systems
The design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the SRP Distribution System
Safety procedures required to work on the SRP Distribution System
Skills in the proper use of:
Keyboarding
Verbal and written communication of highly technical material
Software programs used in the Distribution Operation Center (DOC)
Ability to:
Analyze and diagnose problems in a logical and accurate manner in real time situations
Perform moderately complex math calculations, including algebra and some trigonometry
Work independently, including organizing work and making own decisions with limited supervision
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
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of electrical theory and power distribution systems
The design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the SRP Distribution System
Safety procedures required to work on the SRP Distribution System
Skills in the proper use of keyboarding
Verbal and written communication of highly technical material
Software programs used in the Distribution Operation Center (DOC)
Ability to analyze and diagnose problems in a logical and accurate manner in real time situations
Ability to perform moderately complex math calculations, including algebra and some trigonometry
Ability to work independently, including organizing work and making own decisions with limited supervision
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
Must have the ability to accurately and legibly complete applicable paperwork
May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime
Criticall test
System Operator Power Dispatcher II (SOPDII) aptitude test which is to be administered on site during the pre-employment process
Educational prerequisites as required by the Distribution System Operator (DSO) Apprenticeship Committee
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
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
Company
Salt River Project
As one of Arizona's largest utilities, Salt River Project has delivered low-cost, reliable power and water for more than 100 years.
Founded in 1903
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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