Auxiliary Operator Redhawk

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Date: Feb 25, 2026

Location: ARLINGTON, AZ, US, 85322-8130

Company: APS

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable 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.  

Job Description

Redhawk Power Plant has openings for Auxiliary Operators. An Auxiliary Operator, for Gas & Oil, supports the safe, efficient and cost-effective production of electric energy by operating and monitoring turbines, generators, scrubbers, bag houses, and plant auxiliary equipment.  Performs chemical analysis of boiler water, wells, and circulating water and operating water treatment and chemical addition systems and minor mechanical maintenance. Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.

 

This position is based in Arlington, AZ.  

 

The work schedule for this position is a 12-hour rotating shift as defined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement; LOMA dated December 8, 2015.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years or older
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Applicant must have completed Auxiliary Operator Trainee curriculum or equivalent.  

Additional Requirements:

  • Must live within Reasonable Distance (one (1) hour) from Redhawk Power Plant
  • Pass the operations aptitude test (POSS).
  • Pass APS aptitude and qualifying skills tests (written/hands-on)
  • Reasonable and necessary overtime will be required
  • Shift work may be required.
  • Interview may be conducted 
  • This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less

Additional Information

Major Accountabilities

- Reads work orders, technical manuals, blueprints and diagrams related to the work assignment.  Writes/reviews work scope and hazard/risk assessment of the work assignment.
- Knowledge of APM and safety standards related to auxiliary operator work such as personal protective equipment,  hazardous material handling, asbestos containing material (ACM) awareness, MSDS, confined space entry, company LOTO procedures, ladder safety, arc flash protection, and all material contained in the accident prevention manual.  
- Take field readings from charts, meters, and gauges at established intervals to ensure proper and efficient operation of the plant. 
- Diagnose and correct equipment, system problems and other abnormal operating conditions by monitoring and inspecting power plant equipment. 
- Communicate with Control Operator on any abnormal conditions.  Coordinate any field action with the Control Operator. Reports any need for equipment repair. 
- Under the direction of the Control Operator, manipulate field controls on all power plant auxiliary equipment.  This includes the following systems such as boilers, turbines, water, fuel, air, ash handling, pollution control systems, auxiliary power etc.  The operation of pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feed water heaters, filters, chemical injection equipment, scrubbers, ZLDs, bag houses etc. 
- Open and close valves, dampers, switches, and breakers in the appropriate sequence following operating procedures to shut down and start up equipment.  Isolate equipment from all energy sources to remove, inspect or maintain it by identifying the proper equipment and corresponding valves, breakers, switches.

- Performs other duties as assigned.  

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).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

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.

 

Onsite: 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. 


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