What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Apprentice, Substations position at UNS Energy Corporation?
Testing Date: To be determined (You will be notified by email of details)
Practical Date: To be determined (You will be notified by email of details)
Interview Dates: To be determined (You will be notified by email of the time)
**Dates are subject to change based on business needs, weather and unforeseen circumstances
- Electrical and/or mechanical experience preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required
- Must possess a valid, up-to-date, driver’s license
- Basic understanding of electrical transmission and distribution systems
- Basic understanding of electrical theory
- Physical ability to bend, stoop, lift, climb and carry tools for extended periods of time
- Required to be available to work overtime, occasional night shifts and in inclement weather
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work harmoniously with fellow workers
- Basic math, computer skills, required
- Ability to work in a manner that prevents injury
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills
- OSHA/Safety Rules
- Basic Algebra & Triangles (Angles & Sides)
- Basic Electrical Theory
- Ohm’s Law
- Simple Circuit Analysis
- Power equations
- Transformer Basics & Turns Ratio
- Overview of Electric Utility
- System Voltages
- Transmission / Distribution
- Residential & Calculate Allowable Tolerances
- Mechanical aptitude
- Creativity skills
- Problem Solving
- Working under pressure
- Follow directions/procedures
- Communication skills
- Safe work practices
The interview is a behavioral based interview incorporating Tucson Electric Power Core Competencies. In this process we believe that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior and more recent behavior is a better predictor of future behavior than older behavior, and that long-standing trends are better predictors of behavior than isolated incidents. We therefore have patterned the questions during the interview to solicit behavior patterns that indicate with high predictability whether the candidate can perform the job as required. This type of interview is different than those that you may have taken in the past.
- Considers the financial implications for each decision you make.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the cost pressures inherent within our business and is able and willing to take action accordingly.
- Seeks out new learning opportunities as well as sharing, identifying and acting on lessons learned from successes and failures.
- Sincerely, willingly and continuously reaffirms key goals or values.
- Helps detect and resolve team breakdowns resulting from change.
- Learns and develops new skills or behaviors to adapt to constant, sometimes turbulent change.
- Shows a willingness to take calculated risks to accomplish project deliverables.
- Shows flexibility with current procedures to effectively achieve a business result for a customer.
- Improves performance by applying concepts from other situations to a new situation.
- Is determined to succeed and maintains focus in the face of the challenges.
- Be able to discuss the Core Competencies.
- It is critical for applicants to understand that entering a Pre-Apprentice position is the preliminary stage for the Apprenticeship Program with TEP.
- Those selected and indentured must pass the first step test, with a score of 85% or greater, or they will be removed from the program.
- After the first step test after being indentured has been passed, only one 6-month test may be failed and retaken during the remainder of the apprenticeship program. A failure of the retest shall result in termination from the apprenticeship program.
- Advance standing can be granted based on a review of education and/or work experience. The Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC) will make this determination.
- Advancement will be based on skill not time in the position. Apprentices must complete 100% of the related training required in their program appendix.
- Each Apprentice is required to spend at least 90 percent of their available time for on-the-job learning during each 6-month step.
- Apprenticeship Programs have very strict guidelines and the expectation is for the applicant to understand and become familiar with the details of the position.
- Please refer to the link below for further information regarding apprenticeship guidelines. Refer to part 29 and 30.
Position Description
This job classification is an entry classification position, which is designed to train the employee to perform all the basic duties and less skilled operations in connection with Apprentice Substation Electrician. Under close supervision of a Substation Electrician Journeyman the employee assists, acquires knowledge and experience, and progressively learns the craft.
Assist Substation Electrician Journeyman as assigned.
Perform work alone within the conformance of training and safe work practices.
Able to take directions and have a willingness to learn.
Will move into the formal apprenticeship if recommended.
Perform duties of progressively increasing importance and complexity.
Perform assigned work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company practices and procedures.
This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures .
Become familiar with the basic skills inherent in the Journeyman classification in which they are aligned. Able to safely perform work within their training and ability.
Possess the ability to learn the required duties and the physical coordination necessary to use tools and equipment associated with his/her work area.
Have basic understanding and comply with all TEP safety rules and regulations
Obtain a CDL operator’s license, as required
Provide a high level of customer satisfaction
Maintain high level of awareness and responsibility for environmental considerations that impact them, their jobs and the company to the level of their knowledge, training and experience
Perform basic math
Understand basic electrical theory
Effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Possess a valid driver’s license
Work harmoniously with fellow workers and customers
