Substation Battery Specialist: Electrical & Testing

Arizona Public Service Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service Company is seeking a Battery Specialist- Electrical for Deer Valley Substation Maintenance in Arizona. The role focuses on battery health testing and alarm functionality across substations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety practices.

The position requires a Substation Journeyman certification plus at least one year of related experience, a valid CDL Class A license, and the ability to work overtime or during emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Must qualify as a Substation Journeyman with at least one year of experience.
• Computer and data entry proficiency required
• Current CDL Class A license required
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to emergencies as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering level tests such as battery capacity testing, voltage testing, resistance testing, and battery acceptance test for new construction installed banks.
• Perform functional testing for Substation High, Low, and Ground Alarms using test equipment and software.
• Develop knowledge of chemical hazards/reactions and electrical hazards of batteries.
• Coordinate and perform work with multiple departments including System Health, Design Engineering, Substation Project Planners, Construction Planners, Protection & Control, Predictive Maintenance, Supply Chain Buyers, IT Comm, and NGN Program.
• Manage and execute scheduled testing of battery equipment adhering to IEEE, FERC, and NERC standards.
• Maintain and install batteries and equipment per IEEE, FERC, and NERC standards and requirements.
• Provide training to new Battery Specialists as needed.

Skills

Substation Journeyman

CDL Class A

Job description

Arizona Public Service Company is seeking a Battery Specialist- Electrical for Deer Valley Substation Maintenance in Arizona. The role focuses on battery health testing and alarm functionality across substations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety practices.

The position requires a Substation Journeyman certification plus at least one year of related experience, a valid CDL Class A license, and the ability to work overtime or during emergencies as needed.