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Predictive Maintenance Technician

APS (Arizona Public Service)
United States, Arizona, Surprise
16800 North Dysart Road (Show on map)
Aug 15, 2025
Arizona Public Service generates affordable, reliable 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 the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. Summary The Predictive Maintenance Department has an opportunity for aPredictive Maintenance Technician.As the Technician, you will perform complex thermography and/or vibration predictive maintenance tests and recordsdiagnostic results from various types of equipment. You will also provide technical and analytical support to Operations, Maintenance, System and Procurement Engineering departments while demonstrating the ability to accurately analyze/interpret test data results. Minimum Requirements High school graduate or GED. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering anda minimum of one year of utility experience. OR three years related experience. Must have knowledge of predictive maintenance computerized data systems. Requires understanding of predictive maintenance principles, concepts, techniques, and practices. Valid Driver's License Required. (This position requires up to 40% travel) Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of one year of utility experience. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) Level 1 or above Infrared (IR) certification Vibration Tech I FAA Part 107 License Major Accountabilities 1) Assists in establishing conditions and performing testing using test systems under the direction of a qualified technician. 2) Assists in performing surveillance and predictive maintenance testing to measure plant efficiency under the direction of a qualified technician. 3) Assists in maintaining a high level of proficiency in the usage, application, and care of a wide variety of moderately complex measuring and test equipment under the direction of a qualified technician. 4) Assists a qualified technician in obtaining necessary information from staff engineers, technical publications, plant drawings, vendors, and manufacturers for plant equipment and performance of surveillance and predictive maintenance testing. 5) Works with a qualified technician in the performance of detailed testing, assists in preparation of maintenance history records, and reports. 6) Performs predictive maintenance activities as directed. 7) Ability to achieve accurate and reproducible test results. 8) Ability to perform assigned duties independently with limited supervision. 9) Operate, calibrate and maintain analytical instrumentation as directed. 10) Participate in training programs and seminars and successfully complete documented training programs requirements. Export Compliance / EEO Statement This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person. Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace. On-site:Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, working at a power plant, job site, or in the community. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need. CIP Requirement: This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained through the pre-employment background check process (or, for current employees, through supplemental background check process) to fulfill the CIP access requirements. In addition, this position requires an additional background check every seven years to maintain access.