Test Technician

Location:

Tempe, AZ, US

Date: May 15, 2025

Requisition ID : 18770

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:

• 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

Under general supervision maintains a safe working environment. Practices and supports good housekeeping on assigned equipment and work locations. Performs skilled and responsible work at the journeyman level in the daily operations of the Lab for processing, testing, packaging and distribution of high-voltage protective rubber goods per the O.S.H.A. and A.S.T.M. standards. Maintains critical test records, monthly testing schedules, general Lab maintenance and administrative duties of the Test Lab. Is responsible for directing and training assigned employees in all phases of the Protective Rubber Goods Test Lab operations. May sometimes be transported to work locations by fixed wing, rotor, or other means of company approved transportation.

What You'll Do

• Shall be responsible for personal safety and actively contribute to safe working conditions and safety awareness of fellow employees and work processes. Follow all SRP operating guidelines, procedures and the Accident Prevention Rules book.(APR)

• Shall be responsible for holding effective documented tailboard meetings. Tailboards shall be held before job begins and shall be held when any part of the job changes or when there is any change in the crew. (APR 1-26)

• Shall be responsible for following all applicable O.S.H.A. (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines and A.S.T.M. (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards for testing high-voltage protective rubber goods and grounds.

• Shall be responsible for following Lab procedures for testing high-voltage protective rubber goods and grounds.

• Shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the high-voltage glove and blanket test machine and following all applicable A.S.T.M. (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards for testing. (SME-Certified by vendor to operate and maintain equipment)

• Shall be responsible for the operation of the testing software utilized in the protective rubber goods lab and maintain up to date employee records. (SME-Certified by vendor to operate and maintain software)

• Shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the protective grounds test units and following all applicable A.S.T.M. (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards for testing. (SME-Certified in EPZ and Personal Protective Grounding)

• Shall be responsible for the operation of the testing/calibration software utilized for the gas monitoring equipment and maintain up to date records. (SME-Certified in Confined Space Entry)

• Shall be responsible for the inspection/testing of falls protection harnesses and maintain current records. (SME-Certified in Falls Protection)

• Shall be responsible for managing work load, employees assigned to the Protective Rubber Goods Lab and maintain inventory/materials in a cost effective manner.

• Shall be responsible for training direct reports assigned to the Protective Rubber Goods Test Lab.

What It Takes To Succeed

• Must possess a valid AZ driver’s license.

• Ability to communicate well with others, both oral and written.

• Ability to give demonstrations and presentations.

• Ability to function with minimal supervision.

• Effective in planning and organizing.

• Effective in problem solving.

• Ability to be flexible and adjust to change.

• Effectively manage schedules and employees.

• Knowledge of the APR and the PPE requirements.

• Ability to train direct reports.

Experience

1 year of experience as a Qualified Electrical Journeyman.

Education

Completion of an appropriate Apprenticeship program or equivalent.

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

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 visa's.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix