EPCOR Careers

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full time Electrician I, reporting to our San Tan Valley, AZ site.

This individual will maintain the electrical needs for our San Tan facilities and Copper Basin.

What you’d be responsible for

• Performing a variety of mechanical and electrical maintenance duties at water/wastewater plants, pumping stations and other facilities in the Eastern District.
• Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairs, adjusting, calibrations and fabricating a wide variety of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment including portable and stationary generators, control circuits, motors, relays, switch gears, instrumentation, current loops, alarm circuits, engine controls, variable speed and level control devices, and programmable controllers.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits, conduit and lighting fixtures.
• Evaluate part and equipment failures; order parts, materials, and supplies required for electrical and mechanical repairs. 
• Assist with repairs on HVAC, mechanical, electrical distribution, hydraulic, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure preventative maintenance programs are monitored and closed out. 
• Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety and security) meet required regulatory and company standards

What’s required to be successful

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, supplemented by a formal apprenticeship as an electrical/mechanical worker or specialized advanced training in electrical maintenance and repair. Valid AZ driver’s license with excellent driving record.   

Journeyman license required.

Experience as an electrical/mechanical worker in the water and wastewater utility industry highly desired.  Requires knowledge of utility system maintenance programs and working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and process control equipment and systems.  Computer proficiency with Word and Excel. 

Must obtain ADEQ Grade 1 certifications in Distribution, WT, WWT and/or WW Collections within 1 year of hire.

Electrician I candidates must have: Four (4) years on job or equivalent experience.

Electrician II candidates must have: Six (6) years on job or equivalent experience.

Other important facts about this job

Position has the potential for exposure to dust, pollen, chemicals, fumes, and potable water.  This position requires the employee to be at work every day and on time; work safely and perform work in a positive and harmonious manner with fellow employees and the public, project a positive image in dress and demeanor to the public.  Is subject to call back and overtime. 

As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary, an incentive award program, an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other insurance coverage, retirement plan with substantial company contribution, generous time-off schedules, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. We’ve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.

Headquartered in Phoenix, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We’re proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States.
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, driving, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-employment drug testing will be required.

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