Control Room Operator - Gilbert

About the role

Join us in building a better future for Arizona! 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. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service, consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, responsible for learning the facility specific operation of various types of power generation units and their related equipment.
• Operate and monitor equipment and auxiliaries by remote control from the control room as well as from throughout the facility using pertinent information from Distributed Control Systems, gauges, instruments, and communication facilities.
• Operate all units in his charge with his related equipment.
• Coordinate and maintain unit availability with AGC, preparing and planning for load reductions/increases based on system demands.
• Evaluate plant processes and issue clearances as needed, requiring a thorough knowledge of the clearance procedure.
• Train personnel in other classifications in the proper operation of plant equipment, controls, and procedures.
• Perform regular O&M duties at the site, including housing areas, civil works, roadways, water or sewer systems, etc.
• Shift work, non-continuous multi-shift, and overtime may be required.

Training Objective

The successful completion of all training curriculum defined by the Operations Specialist Trainee program and all testing and job performance measures must be completed successfully. All training shall be completed within two years from the date of promotion but, with Plant Manager's agreement, can vary due to work demands. The skill-training curriculums will vary based on business needs. Mandatory Regulatory Training will be completed to comply with SRP policy.

Skills

The successful completion of the OST curriculum and promotion to the Operator Specialist classification is available without having to wait for there to be an opening in that classification at their current facility. Failure to complete the OST curriculum, testing and job performance measures in the specified amount of time will, at management's discretion, result in either a) an opportunity to bid to another position, or b) a demotion to O&M 3 T/A Specialist position.

Requirements

• Must complete at least one year as an O&M Specialist III, Operations or equivalent skills and knowledge.
• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.
• Pass the Physical Agility Test.

Qualifications

Mandatory Regulatory Training will be completed to comply with SRP policy. The typical duties are not intended to include all duties that comprise the job content but are intended to illustrate the levels of difficulty of the job. Overlapping of typical duties and responsibilities exists and may occur between classifications. Employees may be assigned to perform duties of either higher or lower classifications.

Benefits

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• 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

Schedule

Shift work, non-continuous multi-shift, and overtime may be required.

Pay

Competitive pay and performance incentives are offered.