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Substation Journeyman (Four Corners Power Plant)
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A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.
$50,092 / year median in New Mexico
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Not Available Substation Journeyman (Four Corners Power Plant)
APS
Evans@aps.com to be further considered for this position.
Occupation:
Total other occupationsLocation:
Fruitland, NM - 87416Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
08/29/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
APSWeb Site:
www.aps.com Job #: 1362016500 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.Date:
Aug 29, 2026Location:
FRUITLAND, NM, US, 87416
Company:
APS 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. Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in theAPS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. Summary Our Four Corners Power Plant has an immediate opening for a Substation Journeyman. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM (NM Time).Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Must qualify as a Substation Journeyman
- Completed a Registered Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent training program (as approved by APS T&D Technical & Safety Training) PLUS one year experience as a Substation Journeyman
- 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 (i.e., 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 (i.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Considerable experience performing journeyman-level high voltage substation duties with an electric utility or other entity operating and maintaining high voltage substation equipment preferred
- Experienced in writing and executing switching orders, and basic computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- The ideal candidate filling this vacancy must be self-motivated, communicate and work well with others, and possess a positive attitude with the highest commitment to work safety.
Additional Information:
- This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less
- Must live within reasonable distance (one (1) hour) from assigned Headquarters.
- Subject to overtime and or/ out-of-town assignments???
- Qualifying tests (written and hands-on) will be administered (Travel reimbursement may be available for out of state candidates.
DOT Information:
A new DOT exam will be performed with an APS nurse practitioner within 2 weeks of being hired, candidates will need to come prepared for the DOT exam, by bringing:- List of all medication, including the dosage.
- If diabetes, a record of their most recent Hgb A1C. The a1c must be a printed-out lab copy and not only available to view on a smart device such as a cell phone. If using insulin, bring insulin dependent treatment form.
- If sleep apnea, a report from CPAP machine showing proper use. This must be printed out and cannot be available to view on a smart device such as a cell phone.
- If seeing the specialists (Cardiologist, Neurologist or other Specialty doctor), candidates will need to bring a clearance letter advising the doctor is aware of diagnosis and individual is a DOT driver and good to drive.
Evans@aps.com to be further considered for this position.
- For applicants electing to qualify based on the completion of a registered apprenticeship program, provide your apprentice number and copy of your Registered Apprenticeship Program Completion Certificate
- For applicants electing to qualify based on experience or equivalent training program, provide an official Letter
- from HR Management or a member of the company's operations leadership (stating: your job title, roles and responsibilities, and length of time you spent in that position, etc.).
- Copy of your Class A CDL license (or permit) (front and back and
IN COLOR
) •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, etc. Registered apprenticeship programs for the trades in question 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 course of the apprenticeship program- Journeyman level experience must be documented in writing if you are unable to provide us a certificate of completion of Registered Apprenticeship.