Lineman Journeyman (Cottonwood) $10k Sign-On Bonus

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

About the role

APS has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Lineman on our (Cottonwood) Verde Construction Crew. This posting has been designated as a "Hard-to-Fill" position and is eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus under the terms and conditions of the executed LOMA dated November 11, 2025.

Work hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM.

Must live within a reasonable distance of headquarters (one hour). Travel reimbursement may be available for out-of-state candidates. Reasonable and necessary overtime required; subject to callouts.

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws. Applicants must be a U.S. person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee).

Responsibilities

• Work on all types of distribution lines including 4 kV to 21 kV and all related equipment.
• Operate aerial equipment with weight restrictions of 300 pounds or less.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Completed a Registered Journeyman Lineman Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent training program (as approved by APS T&D Technical & Safety Training) plus one year of experience as a Journeyman Lineman.
• Commercial Driver’s License (Class “A”) with ability to meet all DOT requirements:
  • Must have at least a Class A CDL permit at the time of application and a clean driving record.
  • If applying with a CDL Permit, a valid Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions, e.g., airbrakes) must be obtained prior to the official transfer/start date.
  • If applying with an out-of-state CDL, a valid Arizona Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions, e.g., airbrakes) must be obtained within 30 days of the official transfer/start date.
• Must pass written and hands-on exams and successfully demonstrate climbing skills.

Registered Apprenticeship Program Criteria

• Program must have a documented process for hours worked in the field in the work processes associated with the craft (e.g., distribution, transmission, maintenance). Registered apprenticeship programs require 7,000–10,000 hours (3–5 years).
• Program must have documented proof of completion of related education classroom courses. Registered apprenticeship programs require a minimum of 144 hours per year of related education courses during the apprenticeship.
• Journeyman-level experience must be documented in writing if a certificate of completion of Registered Apprenticeship is unavailable. This requires a letter on company letterhead documenting job title, roles and responsibilities, and length of time in the position, signed by an operations or HR manager.