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Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full time Electrician I or II, reporting to our Anthem office in Anthem, AZ.

This individual will perform a variety of skilled technical duties including installation, calibration, alteration, maintenance and repair of water/wastewater facilities electrical and instrumentation systems, equipment and fixtures. The equipment includes: motors, MCCs, VFDs, PLC, meters, soft starts, digital/analog instrumentation, radio transmitters/receivers and field instrumentation.

What you’d be responsible for

Participates in the electrical/ Instrumentation maintenance control and repair of all related plant process equipment, including pumps, blowers, scrubbers, motors, chlorinators, chemical feed and sludge equipment.  Installs, alters, maintains and repairs electrical wiring systems and equipment motors, coils, transformers and control equipment. Orders, installs and tests new equipment. Calibrates process control instrumentation including chlorinating and lab instruments. Installs and maintains electrical/instrumentation systems, water pumps, booster stations, and wastewater lift stations and treatment plant.  Prepares and submits reports of activities, inspections and findings to the Maintenance Supervisor. Able to operate ammeter, ohmmeter, voltage meter, and specialized meters and instrumentation equipment.  Able to document work activities utilizing Computer Maintenance Management System.  May be required to perform other job duties in plant operations.

What’s required to be successful

All candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have valid Arizona Class D driver’s license, a good driving record, and capable of operating vehicles in a safe manner.

Completion of a recognized four (4) year electrical apprenticeship and instrumentation program. 

Must have knowledge of the operations, methods and techniques practices, and electrical servicing requirements of water production, storage and distribution facilities, wastewater and collection facilities; standard practices, materials, tools and equipment of the electrical trade. An ADEQ Certificate in Water or Wastewater highly desirable

Electrician I: At least four (4) years on job or equivalent experience.

Electrician II: At least 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.