Temporary Trades Helper 1st Year (Tempe)

Salt River Project; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt River Project in Tempe, AZ is hiring a Temporary Trades Helper 1st Year. The role supports journeymen in building and maintaining canal and water systems, with on-site tasks requiring safety focus and adherence to instructions. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to travel or work overtime as needed.

The position emphasizes learning, teamwork, and compliance with SRP safety policies while performing a variety of semi-skilled construction tasks.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.
• Must be willing to accept emergency call outs during off duty hours and occasionally work nights and travel.
• Must display courtesy, tact and cooperation with others.
• Must understand and carry out oral and written instructions and paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, handles and works with tools, materials and equipment.
• Operates various types of equipment in the performance of the job.
• Assists crew leader and journeyman with assigned tasks such as canal and water system work.
• Performs safety and quality practices and keeps work areas clean.
• May be required to work overtime or travel for assignments.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Hand tools

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Temporary Trades Helper 1st Year (Tempe)

Location: Tempe, AZ, US

Date: Sep 10, 2026

Requisition ID: 20521

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.

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

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:

• Available your first day: Medical benefits (CCP, PPO, or EPO)
• Sick time accrual for full time temporary employees is up to 40 hours in a calendar year
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee, after 1 year of service)
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Under direct supervision, performs various tasks of a semi-skilled nature in assisting journeyman and others of a higher job classification in assigned work. This job has four-steps of progression and stress is placed on the ability to learn and apply work and safety practices used at SRP. Employee is committed to achieve the highest goals or excellence in serving our customers and working with fellow employees.

Any one position may not include all duties nor do the example of duties include all tasks, which may be found in the position of this class.

• Loads, unloads, handles and works with various types of tools, materials and equipment.
• Operates various types of equipment in the performance of the job.
• Assists crew leader, journeyman and others in performing assigned tasks to include such work as; installing pipe/conduit, construction of all types of canal and water systems, building forms, mixes and applies various construction material and products, masonry and concrete work, electrical meter installation, installing and terminating electrical cable, repair and assembly of electrical equipment and structures, rigging equipment to be lifted. Uses hand tools to complete assigned work.
• Performs or assists in the disassembly, repair, assembly and testing of various equipment.
• Responsible for safety of others and that work is accomplished in a cost effective manner.
• Keeps work areas and premises in a neat, clean and orderly manner.
• Must be willing to accept emergency call outs during off duty hours and occasionally work nights and work temporarily out of town.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Employee must work safely and efficiently in the performance of their job duties. Must maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public. Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and have the ability to accurately and legibly complete applicable paper work. May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime.

Education

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Must display courtesy, tact and cooperation to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public.
• Must be highly motivated individuals who can maintain a positive attitude under physically demanding conditions.
• Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and have the ability to accurately and legible complete applicable paper work.
• Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required
• Responsible for safety of others and that work is accomplished in a cost effective manner.
• Must be willing to accept emergency call outs during off duty hours and occasionally work nights and work temporarily out of town.
• Mechanical Aptitude

Testing and Certifications

Trades Assessment

Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license.

Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.

Physical Agility Test

For specific list of training certifications contact departmental manager.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas. OPT, or other employment-related visas.