Mechanic Journeyman (Four Corners Power Plant) (10995)
Mechanic Journeyman (Four Corners Power Plant) (10995)
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Job Description
Arizona Public Service generates reliable affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the states largest and longest-serving energy provider our more than 6000 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 Four Corners Fossil-Fuel Generating plant is located 18 miles west of Farmington a community of about 40000 in the northwest region of New Mexico.
Because the Four Corners Fossil-Fuel Generating plant is on the Navajo Reservation Navajo preference will apply in the job selection.
Job Description
As aMechanic Journeymanat theFour Corners Power Plantyou will Support the safe efficient and cost-effective production of electrical energy by performing mechanical maintenance and repair of power plant equipment including assembly and disassembly of equipment investigating and correcting plant issues by utilizing mechanical and additional/optional skills as required. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Reasonable and necessary overtime will be required.
- Shift work may be required.
- Must successfully completeMechanic Apprenticeship or demonstration of equivalent skills and knowledge.
Minimum Requirements:
- Qualify as a Mechanic or equivalent
- Qualify in two additional skill sets based on current Plant needs within 12 months of being hired. (Plate Welder HVAC and Crane Operator (As needed) or Asbestos/Insulator and Basic Electrical)
- Must meet prerequisites for Apprenticeship per the Generation Joint Apprenticeship Plan
- Successful Bid per Generation Joint Apprenticeship Hiring Process
- Must complete Helper Training
- Pass applicable EEI test
OR
- Must bid on an internal Generation Mechanic Journeyman Position
- Complete all Mechanic Journeyman Qualification Cards
- Successfully pass Written and Hands on Test
Additional Information
1. Reads work orders technical manuals blueprints and diagrams related to the work assignment. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.
2. Knowledge of APM and safety standards related to mechanical work such as personal protective equipment hazardous material handling asbestos containing material (ACM) awareness MSDS confined space entry LOTO procedures ladder safety rigging and hand signals and all material contained in the Accident Prevention Manual.
3. The safe use of hand power and pneumatic tools and measuring devices.
4. The safe operation of rigging for moving equipment with mobile equipment and lifting devices.
5. Performs preliminary testing of equipment such as vibration analysis and thermal imaging using vibration meters and heat guns. 136
6. Inspects internal parts of mechanical equipment for defects excessive wear and broken parts by visually examining parts and by using rules calipers micrometers and other precision measuring devices.
7. Diagnoses mechanical problems and determines corrective action checking blueprints and repair manuals.
8. Aligns parts of the mechanical equipment utilizing industry best practices and techniques torques nuts and bolts positions parts to set specified LOTOs between moving and stationary parts using hand and power tools lifting devices jigs and measuring devices.
9. Reassembles internal parts including bushings bearings sleeves rings liners mechanical seals packing and gears; reassembles housing and installs the mechanical equipment back in the system.
10. Performs overhaul and repair related to mechanical maintenance work on boilers generators steam and combustion turbines pulverizes large compressors and boiler feed pumps as a member of a work team involving the safe coordination of multiple projects in close proximity communicating with others to disassemble move and replace large pieces of equipment and meet outage schedules.
11. Cleans adds/replaces fluids changes filter and lubricates shafts bearings gears and other moving machinery parts inspects and adjusts belts packing rollers and pulleys for preventative maintenance.
12. Basic knowledge of power plant systems/processes and the function of the mechanical equipment within the system to understand the impact of each piece of equipment has on the operation of the plant system the impact one component has on the other components in the system and to better diagnose the root cause of equipment failure.
13. Knowledge of the use and types of fasteners and anchors gaskets and packing bearings seals filters lubrication types/properties and lubricating points couplings belts gears bushings sleeves rings and liners to ensure proper repair and replacement.
14. Lays out positions aligns and secures parts and assemblies prior to assembly using straightedges combination squares calipers and rulers clamps fit up and alignment gauges.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energys 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 to recruiting hiring promoting compensating reassigning demoting transferring laying off recalling terminating employment and training for all positions without regard to race color religion disability age national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation marital status protected veteran status or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Testing Information
Tests are only administered to referred candidates. More information about our tests and the testing process can be found HERE.
A written paper and pencil test will be administered.
A test using a computer with keyboard will be administered.
A hands-on skills test will be administered.
E-mail will be the method of contact with job applicants for test scheduling. Please be sure to check your e-mail regularly so that you receive scheduling notifications for testing and updated job information.
Role Type
Onsite: Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role this may include but is not limited to working at a power plant job site or in the community.
*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
*Role types are subject to change based on business need
Eligibility:
Must live or relocate within reasonable distance to the headquarters. Reasonable distance is defined as one (1) hour for Metro and State Region locations. Reasonable distance for Troublemen Local Representatives and Substation Technicians is defined as thirty (30) minutes for Metro locations and forty-five (45) minutes for State Region locations. Failure to accept a job offer due to the reasonable distance requirement specific to the position will be counted toward the bid restriction as described in Article 13 Section 11
For jobs in departments (System Reliability Hotstick) that require the majority of the work be performed out-of-town and as such employees/crews are not required to report to the established headquarters unless directed by Leadership; the reasonable distance requirement will be waived*.
*This will not apply to Troublemen Local Representatives or Substation Technicians
CIP Requirement:
This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained through the pre-employment background check process (or for current employees through supplemental background check process) to fulfill the CIP access requirements. In addition this position requires an additional background check every seven years to maintain access.
Employment Type
Gig
