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Temporary Zanjero Trades Helper 1st Year (Phoenix, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20566

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.

Why Work at SRP

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 minimal supervision, performs duties involved with the operations and maintenance activities of the Water Delivery department and the scheduling, distribution, and delivery of irrigation water to Association water users. Water scheduling, distribution, and delivery work activities include field and office work necessary to schedule, distribute, and deliver irrigation water to users in the proper amount and on-time. Operations and Maintenance activities include assisting crew leaders and others in accomplishing assigned work. Zanjero/Trades Helpers will be assigned to Operations or Maintenance as needed.

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.

What You'll Do

Responsible for the safety of themselves and others, in the performance of work in a cost effective manner.
May be assigned to other cost centers which may require different shifts and days off during certain work load periods including Saturdays and Sundays.
Loads, unloads, handles and works with various types of construction and maintenance materials.
Operates various types of equipment such as pumps, blowers, chain saws, jackhammers, etc.
Uses and accounts for small tools common to carpentry and masonry as well as shovels, picks, and other tools of labor.
Mixes and applies mastics, epoxies, concrete, plaster, mortar and other aggregate materials.
Assists leadsmen in laying pipe, building headwalls, building forms, placing and finishing concrete.
Under minimal supervision, is directly responsible for the daily performance of work in the scheduling, distribution, and delivery of irrigation water to users in the proper amount and on time.
Operates, adjusts, opens and closes delivery gates, canal and lateral facilities; and starts and stops Association pumping plants under strict time limitations. Frequent and accurate measurement of water is an on-going and integral part of this position.
Responsible for observing, taking action if necessary, and reporting all needed maintenance, repair and replacement concerning those facilities under the Zanjero’s control. This periodically includes light maintenance on schedule boards, distribution structures and works, and the painting and numbering of same.
Required to operate a motor vehicle equipped with mobile communication and outfitted with specialized tools for water measurement, facility cleaning and related work.
Will be required to respond to flooding calls and take appropriate action to alleviate condition and to minimize damage to public property and project facilities. Employee will be required to document actions taken in this process.
Will be required to patrol areas during storm periods and make frequent reports on observations and measurements for flood control and protection of SRP facilities. Maintains complete and accurate logs on all pertinent items.
Collects data used in compiling crop and livestock reports, facilities inventory and other work as directed.
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.

Experience

From “1” to “2”, requires minimum of 6 months experience in operations, 12 months in classification. From “2” to “Senior”, requires minimum of 12 months experience in operations of which one month will be working directly with a Zanjero Scheduler or can demonstrate minimum scheduling abilities, and 24 months in classification. A valid CD is preferred. Senior Zanjero/Trades Helper must demonstrate minimum water scheduling abilities or equivalent experience.

Testing and Certifications

Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license.

Physical Agility Test

Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.

Trades Assessment

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.

Temporary Trades Helper 1st Year (Mesa) (Mesa, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20575

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Why Work at SRP

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.

What You'll Do

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

If you are a current employee in a Trades Helper role, you do not need to take the assessment.

As part of the application process, all applicants will be taken to the SHL sign-in screen to take the Trades Assessment. Please select the assessment option and sign into the SHL system to take the assessment. If you have previously taken the assessment, the system will determine if your test score is still valid. If it is, your score will be submitted to your application and your application will be complete. If your test score is no longer valid, you will be directed to the assessment to complete it.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

College Intern - Accounting (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20562

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

The College Intern position provides students with an opportunity to gain practical work experience while supporting departmental projects and business objectives. Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, interns apply academic knowledge in a professional environment, develop technical and professional skills, and gain exposure to SRP's operations, culture, and the utility industry.

What You'll Do

Assist with SRP's Internal Controls of Financial Reporting (ICFR) self assessment testing
Provide support to accounting staff through (ICFR) self assessment testing
Assist with internal control compliance activities including SOC1 and general ledger account reconciliation reviews
Execute accounting transactions using accounting software (SAP, QuickBooks, etc.)
Perform general ledger account reconciliations
Assist with scheduled financial and statutory audits
Perform other duties and functions as required

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and software navigation preferred.
College students majoring in Accounting preferred.

Must maintain eligibility by remaining enrolled, successfully completing at least six (100 level or above) credit hours per semester (or equivalent academic term), and providing enrollment and academic documentation as requested.

Commit to working 15 to 40 hours per week based on business needs and manager discretion.

Follow department-established work schedules and location requirements, including onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangements.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Relay Technician (East Valley) (Mesa, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20418

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Performs programming, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Power System Operation Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

Protection Automation and Control Construction

Performs project management, testing, and QA/QC functions for Power System Operational Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, control systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

What You'll Do

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Programs settings on microprocessor relays and other intelligent electronic devices
Commission and energizes protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices through validation of wiring, settings, communication protocols and logic
Uses test equipment to simulate faults to validate protective relay systems
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of protective relaying systems and other intelligent electronic devices
Develops and submits all commissioning and maintenance testing documentation for asset management and regulatory compliance
Must be available to work overtime and accept callouts
Assists with Protection Automation & Control Construction responsibilities as assigned

Protection Automation & Control Construction

Provides on-site project management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) by providing direction and oversight to field personnel and contingent workforces
Outage coordination for generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial customers
Maintains quality assurance and quality control through reviewing and correcting protection and control engineering design prints
Responsible for installation strategy (panel construction, procurement, wire pull schedules, field wiring, etc.)
Performs installation quality assurance and quality control through field wiring checks and supporting with scheme checks
Must be available to work overtime to meet project milestones
Assists with Relay Commissioning & Testing responsibilities as assigned

Education

Completion of an appropriate Apprenticeship program or equivalent.

Experience

This position may be filled at one of the two levels listed below, based on the candidate’s relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency in the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Technician II: Requires a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience or completion of a four‑year apprenticeship or equivalent training program.
Senior Technician: Requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Relay Technician 2 or a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience.

Eligibility for advancement (progression) to the next level in the same role is based on overall job performance, mastery of all functional responsibilities, and time in position, as assessed by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Knowledge of the principles of electrical and electronic theory
Knowledge of algebra, geometric, trigonometric, and statistical concepts, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of personal computer operation and transient cyber assets Knowledge of relay and test set applications
Knowledge and understanding of protective relay theory, principles, and applications
Knowledge of commissioning, protective system testing and construction processes
Must be available to work overtime
Performs related work as required and/or assigned
Attends training programs, seminars, conferences, and meetings
Assists engineers and other personnel
Assists in directing other technicians, apprentices, and trades helpers

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

College Intern - Conference Room Technology & IT Help Desk Support (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20484

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

This position is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and support to SRP employees and fellow team members by ensuring efficient and effective service, training, and support for real-time communications, virtual meetings, conference rooms, audiovisual (A/V) technologies, and digital signage.

The candidate will be part of the Digital Support and Voice (DSV) team that provides enterprise-wide:

Voice and conferencing technologies to ensure consistent, reliable and secure services to SRP stakeholders and customers.
Conference room and audio / visual (A/V) technologies to ensure consistent, modern, and inclusive meeting experiences for SRP's hybrid work environment.
The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department's needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.
Work week is Monday - Friday during support hours of 7am-5pm.

What You'll Do

Student Intern responsibilities include:

Provide support for Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Provide subject matter expertise and support for conference room and A/V technologies.
Monitor support queues and address incoming Incidents and Requests to ensure service levels are met to maintain overall positive user experiences.
Execute proactive room checks to ensure consistent service quality and proactive remediation of issues within conference rooms.
Troubleshoot issues, failures or outages that could include issues with applications, operating systems, services, hardware, network connectivity and other infrastructure.
Work within a defined set of processes and procedures for managing: Incidents, Problems, Knowledge, and Requests.
Document and transfer knowledge for improving first contact resolution and client self-service.
Assist with other unlisted duties, as needed.

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

Experience with the Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office productivity.
A strong background in client support and demonstrated ability to work with clients of varied technical skill levels.
Oral and written communication skills, including understanding of good documentation practices.
Well organized with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Teams.
Proficient knowledge of conferencing specific support (i.e. Crestron, Polycom, Biamp, Microsoft Teams Rooms).

In order to be eligible for the Student Intern Program at SRP, the employee must be actively enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours that are college level (100) or above over the course of a regular semester and must be working towards a degree or certificate from an accredited college or university.

For an accelerated program, the student must be enrolled in six credit hours in the equivalent of a traditional semester.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

College Intern - Solution Center IT Help Desk (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20552

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

SRP is recruiting a Solution Center/Help Desk Student Intern.

The ideal candidate must be a college Freshman, or Sophomore in an IT related curriculum.
The student intern must be available to work Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6. am to 6 pm.
The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum department requirement of 30 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.
Selected candidate must be enrolled in college for a minimum of 6 credit hours (100+ level) during the Spring and Fall semesters to qualify.

What You'll Do

Provide phone/chat assistance to internal SRP employees with varying degrees of technical knowledge
Provide excellent customer service, demonstrating patience while effectively dealing with employee technical problems
Perform problem-solving over the phone or through chat and determine appropriate course of problem escalation as required, while ensuring detailed written documentation

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred experience includes:

Familiarity with many of the following: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Outlook, Exchange
Microsoft 365 (MS365) applications Windows Operating Systems: Windows 11, Microsoft Edge, Chrome, and Firefox, to include understanding configuration and properties
Networking, to include general knowledge of user accounts and login, FTP, dial-up/VPN, and Intranet vs.
Internet Desktop hardware, including the ability to problem-solve hardware component issues
Laptop hardware, including wireless Smartphones, Android and iPhone
Customer service experience

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20312

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Searching for a hard working, motivated individual to join our Engineering Design & Drafting team within Generation Engineering! As the Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer on our team, you would support all power plant facilities on minor and major upgrades, repairs, and improvements for both capital and o/m scale budgets while providing mentorship and guidance to other Engineers. This position includes engineering design and project management responsibilities to complete projects from start to finish and support others in developing their technical expertise and project management skills.

What You'll Do

Performs as an engineering project/program leader/engineer on projects/programs which are large or have many complex features. Prepares specifications, evaluates bids, and prepares recommendation materials for management consideration when evaluating large or complex procurements. Performs as a staff consultant and/or advisor in a technical specialty. May performs engineering design, analysis, and studies in an area of technical specialty requiring a significant knowledge of related fields. Provides engineering discipline leadership when administering and reviewing work performed by consultants and others. May prepare and/or conduct written and oral reports and presentations. When required/requested, serves on industry committees and task forces as a representative of SRP. Active leadership role in promoting safety within department. Actively develops and trains engineers on technical, project management, and/or best practices related activities. Identifies or creates development opportunities. Establishes standards and facilitates Standards Change Processes in the discipline when required. Leads collaboration across SRP. Represents SRP in legal and regulatory matters or proceedings of technical nature when required. Demonstrates substantive thought leadership to further new ideas, products, services, and/or business processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and/or customer satisfaction. Demonstrates substantive leadership in organizational change management to foster the success of new business products, services, and/or business processes. Performs as project/program leader/engineer on projects/programs of major scope and importance. Plans and develops the scope, approval, and implementation of engineering projects which have an important effect on major programs of the organization. Performs as a staff consultant and/or advisor with respect to a technical specialty in the application of advanced concepts, principles and processes. Provides full technical leadership when administering and reviewing work performed by consultants, outside agencies, and others. When required/requested, serves in a leadership role within external organizations and represents SRP’s position on issues of importance. Company spokesperson in communicating technical subject matter to the public when required.

Education

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution, ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) or any state or internationally recognized PE registration.

Experience

Minimum 14 years of professional experience actively engaged in engineering plus professional recognition is required.
Must have demonstrated the successful accomplishment of work as defined for this position.
Authored internal and/or external technical papers.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

MBA, Masters in Engineering or any state or internationally recognized Professional Engineering registration by the International Professional Engineers Agreement is preferred. Responsible for budgets, schedules, and management of resources for programs and projects of major scope. Demonstrated network of internal and external contacts including customers, outside agencies, and suppliers of significant equipment and services. Occasional travel to suppliers' facilities, industry functions, and SRP facilities. Ability to work effectively with various organizations within SRP. Ability to use engineering tools required for the job. Must have a valid driver's license. Ability to work effectively with SRP executive management.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

College Intern - Workstation Management (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20509

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

SRP is recruiting for a college student to work part-time providing support in the Workspace Technologies department. A variety of work is anticipated including automation, data analysis & reporting and system troubleshooting. This position requires availability to work at least 30 hours per week with work hours scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum requirement of 30 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.
The successful candidate must be enrolled in six college credits (100+ Level) each semester (except summer sessions) to be eligible.

What You'll Do

The selected candidate will be involved in both technical and non-technical tasks. Activities will allow for work to be completed individually as well as in a team environment with opportunity for collaboration with other departments within SRP.

Technical activities may include:

Assist with testing, troubleshooting, monitoring, and implementation of technology solutions
Scripting and software development
Data analysis and reporting

Non-technical tasks may include:

Creating and updating knowledgebase documentation
Communicating and coordination with other SRP departments

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred skills and interests:

Computer aptitude and ability to learn new technologies
Strong communication and collaboration
Experience with Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems
Experience with Microsoft Office Products
Software Development
Good organization skills

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Relay Technician (Central Valley) (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20419

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Performs programming, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Power System Operation Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

Protection Automation and Control Construction

Performs project management, testing, and QA/QC functions for Power System Operational Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, control systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

What You'll Do

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Programs settings on microprocessor relays and other intelligent electronic devices
Commission and energizes protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices through validation of wiring, settings, communication protocols and logic
Uses test equipment to simulate faults to validate protective relay systems
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of protective relaying systems and other intelligent electronic devices
Develops and submits all commissioning and maintenance testing documentation for asset management and regulatory compliance
Must be available to work overtime and accept callouts
Assists with Protection Automation & Control Construction responsibilities as assigned

Protection Automation & Control Construction

Provides on-site project management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) by providing direction and oversight to field personnel and contingent workforces
Outage coordination for generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial customers
Maintains quality assurance and quality control through reviewing and correcting protection and control engineering design prints
Responsible for installation strategy (panel construction, procurement, wire pull schedules, field wiring, etc.)
Performs installation quality assurance and quality control through field wiring checks and supporting with scheme checks
Must be available to work overtime to meet project milestones
Assists with Relay Commissioning & Testing responsibilities as assigned

Education

Completion of an appropriate Apprenticeship program or equivalent.

Experience

This position may be filled at one of the two (2) levels listed below, based on the candidate’s relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency in the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Knowledge of the principles of electrical and electronic theory
Knowledge of algebra, geometric, trigonometric, and statistical concepts, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of personal computer operation and transient cyber assets Knowledge of relay and test set applications
Knowledge and understanding of protective relay theory, principles, and applications
Knowledge of commissioning, protective system testing and construction processes
Must be available to work overtime
Performs related work as required and/or assigned
Attends training programs, seminars, conferences, and meetings
Assists engineers and other personnel
Assists in directing other technicians, apprentices, and trades helpers

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

College Intern - TechStop IT Help Desk (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20519

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

SRP is seeking a motivated College Intern to support our teams while gaining hands‑on experience in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment. The role is designed to foster learning, teamwork, and innovation while providing exposure to SRP’s operations and culture. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact while exploring a future career with SRP.

The student intern will be part of the End User Support (EUS) team, whose mission is to improve stakeholder experiences by providing delivery channels for self-service and flexibility to support working anywhere, anytime, on any device.

This position is responsible for providing in-person exceptional customer service support to SRP employees and fellow team members by ensuring efficient and effective work order management.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

What You'll Do

Provide on-site support in a walk-up support center for IT issues, requests, and devices (smart phones, tablets, laptops, and software), including general support, repairs, and refreshes.
Troubleshoot issues with applications, operating systems, services, hardware, network connectivity and other infrastructure.
Partner with other support teams and tiers by providing knowledge and technical assistance to fulfill requests and resolve issues.
Work within a defined set of processes and procedures, including Incident Management, Knowledge, and Request Tickets.
Create knowledge articles for Support and Business stakeholders.
Assist with other unlisted duties as needed.

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

Experience with the Windows & Macintosh Operating System and Microsoft Office productivity suite as well as Android\IOS mobile devices.
A strong background in client support and demonstrated ability to work with clients of varied technical skill levels.
Oral and written communication skills, including understanding of good documentation practices.
Well organized with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.

Eligibility

For an accelerated program, the student must be enrolled in six credit hours in the equivalent of a traditional semester

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

College Intern - Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering (Gilbert, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20494

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

SRP is seeking a motivated College Intern to support our teams while gaining hands‑on experience in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment. This internship offers students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real‑world projects that support SRP’s commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable water and power services. Interns will work closely with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful work, and develop technical and professional skills relevant to their field of study. The role is designed to foster learning, teamwork, and innovation while providing exposure to SRP’s operations and culture. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact while exploring a future career with SRP.

In order to be eligible for the Student Intern Program at SRP, the employee must be actively enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours that are college level (100) or above over the course of a regular semester and must be working towards a degree or certificate from an accredited college or university.
The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department's needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

What You'll Do

Under the guidance and mentorship of a Metallurgical Engineer, the College Intern will support a variety of metallurgical and materials engineering activities, including:

Metallography
Microscopy
Sample preparation
Microstructure interpretation
Failure analysis
Field inspections
Technical report preparation
Laboratory equipment management

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or Metallurgical Engineering.

Type of learning and training:

The intern will receive hands-on training from a metallurgist in performing metallurgical examinations, primarily in our in-house laboratory. Training will include sample preparation, operation of advanced laboratory equipment, microstructural analysis, failure mechanism determination, and preparation of professional technical reports, providing practical experience that supports post-graduation employment.

Work schedule and location:

Flexible schedule of 15 to 40 hours per week, based on the student's academic commitments and availability.
Work location is Gilbert, AZ.
This position is onsite only, there is no option for a hybrid workschedule.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Zanjero Trades Helper 1st Year (Phoenix, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20567

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

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.

What You'll Do

Responsible for the safety of themselves and others, in the performance of work in a cost effective manner.
May be assigned to other cost centers which may require different shifts and days off during certain work load periods including Saturdays and Sundays.
Loads, unloads, handles and works with various types of construction and maintenance materials.
Operates various types of equipment such as pumps, blowers, chain saws, jackhammers, etc.
Uses and accounts for small tools common to carpentry and masonry as well as shovels, picks, and other tools of labor.
Mixes and applies mastics, epoxies, concrete, plaster, mortar and other aggregate materials.
Assists leadsmen in laying pipe, building headwalls, building forms, placing and finishing concrete.
Under minimal supervision, is directly responsible for the daily performance of work in the scheduling, distribution, and delivery of irrigation water to users in the proper amount and on time.
Operates, adjusts, opens and closes delivery gates, canal and lateral facilities; and starts and stops Association pumping plants under strict time limitations. Frequent and accurate measurement of water is an on-going and integral part of this position.
Responsible for observing, taking action if necessary, and reporting all needed maintenance, repair and replacement concerning those facilities under the Zanjero’s control. This periodically includes light maintenance on schedule boards, distribution structures and works, and the painting and numbering of same.
Required to operate a motor vehicle equipped with mobile communication and outfitted with specialized tools for water measurement, facility cleaning and related work.
Will be required to respond to flooding calls and take appropriate action to alleviate condition and to minimize damage to public property and project facilities. Employee will be required to document actions taken in this process.
Will be required to patrol areas during storm periods and make frequent reports on observations and measurements for flood control and protection of SRP facilities. Maintains complete and accurate logs on all pertinent items.
Collects data used in compiling crop and livestock reports, facilities inventory and other work as directed.
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.

Experience

Testing and Certifications

Must possess the appropriate valid Arizona driver’s license.

Physical Agility Test

Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.

Trades Assessment

For specific list of training certifications contact departmental manager.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

College Intern - Regulatory Affairs (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20571

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Why Work at SRP

401(k) plan with employer matching
Access to a recreation and fitness facility
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

Summary

Salt River Project (SRP), the nation's third-largest public power and water utility is seeking a College Intern for a paid internship for its Regulatory Affairs department in Tempe, AZ. The Intern will support the Regulatory Affairs team in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to regulatory developments affecting the electric utility industry across state (Arizona Corporation Commission), regional (California Independent System Operatorand Southwestern Power Pool) and federal levels (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission). This role provides an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in regulatory affairs, policy analysis, and compliance within the energy sector.

What You'll Do

• Desire to learn about energy related issues and their corresponding policy challenges and solutions.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on regulatory and policy issues impacting the electric utilityindustry.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments at the federal, state, and regional levels.
• Support the development and implementation of regulatory strategies and compliance initiatives.
• Participate in meetings with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and other stakeholders.
• Provide administrative support to the Regulatory Affairs team as needed.

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred majors include Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, English, or a related field.

Must maintain eligibility by remaining enrolled, successfully completing at least six (100 level or above) credit hours per semester (or equivalent academic term), and providing enrollment and academic documentation as requested.

Commit to working 15 to 40 hours per week based on business needs and manager discretion.

Follow department-established work schedules and location requirements, including onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangements.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

Security Systems Analyst 1, 2, Senior (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20568

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Responsible for providing strategic leadership and full lifecycle management of SRP’s enterprise physical security systems, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, intercom platforms, and related infrastructure. This role manages complex, multi‑million‑dollar projects and service programs, oversees vendor relationships, and partners closely with Security Operations, IT, Facilities, Power Generation, Substation teams, and locksmith operations to deliver scalable, integrated security solutions that enhance operational reliability and business continuity. Additionally, the position drives system design, implementation, operations, and optimization while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and corporate security standards.

What You'll Do

Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle maintenance of physical security systems for new construction projects, facility expansions, renovations, substations, generating stations and technology upgrades across SRP facilities.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, align on best practices, and ensure successful implementation of physical security technologies.
Develop and maintain system architecture documentation, technical standards, and device specifications.
Manage full security system project lifecycles, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
Oversee vendor activities, ensuring proper systems installation, commissioning, service quality, and adherence to SRP standards.
Develop and administer preventive maintenance programs, including schedules, service-level expectations, and performance tracking.
Administer access control and video management platforms, ensuring proper configuration, user roles, and compliance with security policies.
Plan and execute full lifecycle management of physical security system software and firmware, including initial deployment, configuration and integration, testing and validation, routine updates and patching, platform upgrades, and comprehensive change management documentation.
Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans for critical physical security applications, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.
Create dashboards, metrics, and analytics reporting to drive operational visibility, compliance tracking, and data‑driven decisions.
Partner with IT teams on network configurations, cybersecurity requirements, certificate management, and integration of security platforms with enterprise IT systems, such as identity and access management tools.
Support API-based integrations and automation initiatives that improve security platforms operational efficiency.
Participate in lifecycle planning and capital budgeting for security system infrastructure.
Research, evaluate, and test emerging security technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and enhancement.
Perform other job-related functions as assigned to support SRP’s physical security objectives.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

• For a Level 1 (Associate), a minimum of no previous years of experience to two years related experience is required (if no degree, four-six years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling four-six years). • For a Level 2 (Journey), a minimum of two years of experience to four years related experience is required (if no degree, six-eight years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling six-eight years). • For a Level 3 (Senior), a minimum of five years of related experience is required (if no degree, nine years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling nine years).

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor information to technical teams, executives, and end users.
Demonstrated ability to engage and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong understanding of physical security technologies, system design principles, and IT infrastructure; experience with C‑CURE and Genetec strongly preferred.
Solid knowledge of network systems, architectures, and protocols.
Experience managing and maintaining computers, servers, and related hardware supporting security systems.
Proven success leading technical projects, managing vendors, and overseeing service programs.
Ability to define and implement governance structures, technical standards, and integration strategies.
Strong documentation, organizational, and status‑reporting skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
Manufacturer certifications for access control and video platforms preferred.
Project management or security certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, CPP) preferred.
IT certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA, Security+) preferred.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

Grid Operations Manager (Scottsdale, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20555

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

First line leader of System Operators and Power Dispatchers. Has oversight of the real-time operation of SRPs Bulk Electric System. This includes Transmission Operations, Balancing Authority Area Operations, Transmission Market and Energy Imbalance Market.

What You'll Do

Provide leadership in achieving the safe, reliable and efficient operation of SRP’s transmission system, Balancing Authority Area, and the Energy Imbalance Market.
Provide overall control room oversight and management support during major system events and emergencies.
Communicate effectively with direct reports, management, and other SRP departments on operating issues. Collaborate with System Operators/Dispatchers and support groups to improve operating tools for better situational awareness and improved reliability of the transmission system and Balancing Authority Area.
Identify, communicate, and implement improvements to system operation in collaboration with other Grid Operation Supervisors. Ensure compliance with NERC Standards, FERC Orders, and SRP Policies and Operating Practices.
Support System Operator/Dispatcher training program by developing, instructing, and administering training.
Develop, review, and approve Operating Practices. Represent department in inter-department meetings.
Lead various projects and initiatives as assigned.
Provide oversight of Energy Management System development and changes. Maintain operational readiness of the primary and backup control centers.
Schedule personnel to ensure required staffing levels and effectively manage overtime.
Review planned and real-time outages and engineering reports, provide operational assessment if required.
Represent SRP with other utilities, the Reliability Coordinator, and industry groups. Investigate switching errors, outages, system emergencies and report to management the circumstances and root cause. Meet departmental goals and objectives as required.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 11 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 11 years may be considered.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

NERC Reliability Coordination Certification is required within one year after acquiring the position. Perform duties on rotating shifts or day shift. May rotate between these work schedules.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

Relay Technician (West Valley) (Tolleson, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20536

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Performs programming, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Power System Operation Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

Protection Automation and Control Construction

Performs project management, testing, and QA/QC functions for Power System Operational Technology equipment (protective relaying systems, control systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices) for Generation, Transmission, and Distribution facilities.

What You'll Do

Relay Commissioning & Testing

Programs settings on microprocessor relays and other intelligent electronic devices
Commission and energizes protective relaying systems, telemetry devices, and other intelligent electronic devices through validation of wiring, settings, communication protocols and logic
Uses test equipment to simulate faults to validate protective relay systems
Performs preventative and corrective maintenance of protective relaying systems and other intelligent electronic devices
Develops and submits all commissioning and maintenance testing documentation for asset management and regulatory compliance
Must be available to work overtime and accept callouts
Assists with Protection Automation & Control Construction responsibilities as assigned

Protection Automation & Control Construction

Provides on-site project management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) by providing direction and oversight to field personnel and contingent workforces
Outage coordination for generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial customers
Maintains quality assurance and quality control through reviewing and correcting protection and control engineering design prints
Responsible for installation strategy (panel construction, procurement, wire pull schedules, field wiring, etc.)
Performs installation quality assurance and quality control through field wiring checks and supporting with scheme checks
Must be available to work overtime to meet project milestones
Assists with Relay Commissioning & Testing responsibilities as assigned

Education

Completion of an appropriate Apprenticeship program or equivalent.

Experience

This position may be filled at one of the two levels listed below, based on the candidate’s relevant experience and demonstrated proficiency in the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Knowledge of the principles of electrical and electronic theory
Knowledge of algebra, geometric, trigonometric, and statistical concepts, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of personal computer operation and transient cyber assets Knowledge of relay and test set applications
Knowledge and understanding of protective relay theory, principles, and applications
Knowledge of commissioning, protective system testing and construction processes
Must be available to work overtime
Performs related work as required and/or assigned
Attends training programs, seminars, conferences, and meetings
Assists engineers and other personnel
Assists in directing other technicians, apprentices, and trades helpers

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

Senior IT Project Manager (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20572

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Overall responsibility for the successful development and implementation of assigned information technology projects which require senior leadership. Proactively assumes a leadership role to create a shared vision, promote clarity of purpose, influence and motivate stakeholders and create a sense of urgency to deliver business value. Plans, manages and monitors activities of all aspects of projects, assuring the satisfaction of customers business needs and delivery of project on time and within budget. Ensures the currency, quality and integrity of information and provides customers with consistent, timely communication of project status.

What You'll Do

Provides leadership for and is accountable for the successful completion and results of major projects. Projects typically having the following characteristics are managed by this level of individual:
- Project duration is typically two years or less
- Project typically has inter-departmental or enterprise impact
- Project has medium to high risk/complexity
- Project has medium to high business value
- Total project value is typically between $2 million and $10 million
Develops and manages detailed project plan to ensure that it is completed on time and within budget and meets business requirements; as well as develops, manages and tracks budgets to project completion.
Typically leads 5 to 15 individuals. Directs, controls and approves individuals’ work while on the project.
Responsible for all aspects of the project execution, including total budget responsibility.
Reviews project proposal to clarify objectives, scope, benefits and deliverables and to determine timeframe, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available business segment resources to various phases of project.
Leads the effort in creative approaches to problem solving and quality deliverables supporting business needs. Drives resolution.
Acts as the primary interface to the client for all aspects of the assigned project and communicates to client using standard reporting formats, milestones, and metrics, and produces accurate and timely status reports. Communicates at the appropriate level to each stakeholder.
Ensures potential changes to scope are clearly identified, communicated, evaluated, resolved and documented using standard procedures.
Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice to and to manage identification and problem resolution. Reviews reports prepared by project personnel and modifies/schedules/plans as required in timely manner.
Represents SRP to vendors, maintains appropriate vendor relationships.
Increases personal and team effectiveness over time. Identifies and applies improvements to existing processes based upon lessons learned.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 11 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 11 years may be considered.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Has understanding of how to leverage business applications for competitive advantage
Demonstrates proactive management style
Possesses business, analytical, technical and process skills
Has the ability to deal with multiple reporting relationships
Has strong teamwork and interpersonal skills at all management levels
Has strong communications skills, with an ability to express complex technical concepts in easily understood business terms
Has ability to use technical tools required for the job
Competency in developing solutions to diverse/complex business problems

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.

Short Term Trader Lead (Tempe, AZ, US)

Requisition ID: 20576

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Why Work at SRP

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

The Short-Term Trading Lead provides technical and functional leadership for SRP's Short-term Trading team. The role requires broad knowledge of Western energy markets, power trading and scheduling, analytical tools, and SRP's generation portfolio and transmission infrastructure.

Through SPP Markets+ go-live, the Lead will guide development and implementation of the strategies, workflows, controls, forecasts, bidding tools, and processes required for market participation. The position serves as the team’s primary point of contact for locational marginal price (LMP), load, and Variable Energy Resource (VER) forecasting and related decision-support tools and processes.

Following go-live, the Lead will maintain and improve these capabilities while serving as a lead trader and scheduler. In coordination with other desk Leads, the position will oversee daily submissions, portfolio risk, and strategy; direct traders and schedulers; and provide backup across core desk functions. This is a technical lead role without direct supervisory authority.

What You'll Do

Provide technical and functional leadership to the Short-Term Trading team as markets, resources, technologies, and business requirements evolve.
Lead Short-term Trading's SPP Markets+ readiness through go-live, including future-state strategies, workflows, controls, testing, training, and operational implementation.
Serve as the team's business lead for LMP, load, and VER forecasting; bidding and optimization tools; and related analytical and decision-support capabilities.
Partner with trading, scheduling, market strategy, operations planning, technology, vendors, and other stakeholders to define requirements, implement solutions, resolve issues, and continuously improve tools and processes.
Lead and review daily market submissions, ensuring accuracy, alignment with approved strategy, and compliance with reliability, credit, trading, and risk parameters.
Evaluate portfolio risks and develop strategies related to natural gas positioning, generation outages and return to service, virtual bidding, transmission congestion, and other market exposures.
Provide direction to traders and schedulers by executing approved strategies and act within delegated authority when appropriate.
Serve as a technical escalation point for complex trading, scheduling, market, analytical, operational, and risk issues.
Operate as a lead trader and scheduler, provide desk coverage, and trade within authorized limits.
Ensure the accuracy of the next-day generation plan and retail load forecast and guide resource commitment, fuel, transmission, outage, and scheduling decisions.
Negotiate wholesale purchases, sales, exchanges, displacement transactions, and approved arbitrage opportunities consistent with reliability, credit, and risk requirements.
Ensure accurate daily profit-and-loss analysis and develop data, models, metrics, and analyses that improve forecasts, strategies, and market performance.
Lead training, cross-training, operating-procedure development, and knowledge sharing for traders and Generation Pre-Schedulers.
Represent SRP in applicable stakeholder and industry forums, collaborate across internal and external organizations, provide on-call support, and perform other duties as assigned.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 11 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 11 years may be considered.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, SRP and NERC recognized holidays, extended hours, and on-call support as needed to meet operational requirements, support market activities, and respond to unforeseen events or special operating conditions.
Travel to SRP field and office locations in the Phoenix metro area, as well as to conferences and other business-related events, may be required based on business and operational needs.
Bachelor's degree in mathematics, finance, business, economics, engineering, data analytics, energy management, or a related field preferred.
Excellent negotiation, communication, customer service, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of Western wholesale electricity markets, power trading and scheduling, generation and transmission systems, power-system operations, and organized market concepts is preferred.
Knowledge of SRP's generation facilities, contracts, fuel arrangements, participation agreements, and operating agreements, or the demonstrated ability to acquire that knowledge.
Ability to meet firm market schedules, submission requirements, and reporting deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment.
Ability to negotiate transaction prices, quantities, terms, and exchange ratios with external counterparties.
Ability to use trading, scheduling, forecasting, market-submission, analytical, accounting, and e-Tagging systems and evaluate new forecasting, bidding, optimization, and decision-support tools.
Ability to forecast and evaluate load, renewable production, natural gas consumption, market prices, and portfolio conditions and use that information to improve commercial performance while maintaining reliability.
Ability to translate business needs into practical requirements, workflows, processes, and controls; investigate complex issues in depth; and lead cross-functional work through influence.
Ability to work effectively with SRP groups, market operators, vendors, consultants, counterparties, agencies, and other utilities.

Hybrid Workplace

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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 visa's.