Pre-Apprentice Lineman

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable 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.  

APS has opportunities in the Pre-Apprentice Lineman program for candidates pursuing the Lineman Apprenticeship. The Pre-Apprentice will assist Journeymen Linemen with various tasks including rigging, operate hydraulic tools, operate boom truck & forklift, run parts, assist on the ground, drive bucket trucks, install poles, trenches and working in confined spaces.  They will rotate to various areas within the organization to gain experience in their field.

Note: Pre-Apprentice Lineman opportunities are available for Phoenix Metro and Douglas. To be considered, you must select your preferred location(s) when applying. Select all locations for which you are interested in being considered. One (1) or more positions may be available per location.

Please read the entire posting carefully as there are very important steps noted below. We strongly recommend printing this posting for future reference.

To be considered, you must meet or exceed the following qualifications:

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must possess a High School diploma or G.E.D. prior to the application closing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid Manual Transmission Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).  No mechanical restrictions i.e., airbrakes (Must have taken CDL test in a vehicle with a manual transmission and air brakes).
• Must have completed one of the following: college level "Introduction to College Algebra" course (MAT-091, the equivalent of i.e., MAT-090, MAT-092 or higher), NJATC Technical Mathematics course, or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
• Must be physically qualified to meet the requirements of the job and display the aptitude, attitude and adaptability necessary for the trade.
• This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less

Selected candidates who have met the minimum qualifications will be subject to the following requirements:

• Must successfully pass the Edison Electrical Institute (EEI) CAST Aptitude test.
  • Selected candidates that have not already completed the CAST test or are eligible to retest will be invited to take the CAST test as part of the selection process
• Must meet the requirements of the essential job functions assessment prior to participating in any physical field evaluation.
• Must successfully pass a physical field evaluation.
• Must successfully complete an interview.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION.  Ensure all necessary documents are included. Failure to submit documents in the system by the posting close date (NOVEMBER 15, 2024) will result in disqualification of your application.

1. Resume
2. High School Diploma and transcripts or GED equivalent and score sheet
3. Transcripts showing successful completion of college level “Introduction to College Algebra” course (MAT-091, the equivalent of i.e., MAT-090, MAT-   092 or higher), NJATC Technical Mathematics course, or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
4. A COLOR copy of the front AND back of your valid manual transmission Class “A” Commercial Driver's License (CDL) **No mechanical restrictions i.e., airbrakes.
5. Optional: Applicants who have graduated from an accredited electrical training program are encouraged to include current enrollment transcripts or certificate

Documents must be uploaded under “additional documents” in the My Documents section of your application. If you have any difficulties, please contact Preapprentice@aps.com for assistance PRIOR to the posting close (November 15, 2024) including the documents that you cannot upload. Emails after the posting close date will be considered late submittals and will not be accepted. Candidates that have previously applied must resubmit all required documents according to the directions outlined in the job posting.

 Additional requirements for selected candidates for all positions:

• Selected candidates must start in mid-April 2025.
• Reasonable and necessary overtime is required.
• Work under the terms and conditions of the Pre-Apprenticeship Agreement.
• If selected as a Pre-Apprentice Lineman, you will need to travel to the Metro (Phoenix metro area) and State Region (regional locations throughout the state of Arizona) areas.

Additional requirements for Metro Phoenix positions:

• Successful candidates for metro locations (i.e. Phoenix Metro) must live within reasonable distance (1 hour) from assigned headquarters.
• The established headquarters for this position is subject to relocation to the Hub West Service Center, a facility that will be located 38 miles west of downtown Phoenix, on a date to be determined by the Company.

Additional requirements for Douglas position:

• Successful candidates for regional locations (e.g. Douglas) must live within reasonable distance (1 hour) from assigned headquarters:
  • Douglas headquarters located at 1034 F. Avenue Douglas, AZ 85607
• Upon completion of the Lineman Apprentice Program, this position will have a retention requirement to remain in the Douglas area for a minimum of two (2) years

Testing Information

Tests are only administered to referred candidates. More information about our tests and the testing process can be found HERE.

A written [paper and pencil] test will be administered.
A test using a computer with keyboard will be administered.
A hands-on skills test will be administered.
A physical ability test will be administered.

E-mail will be the method of contact with job applicants for test scheduling.  Please be sure to check your e-mail regularly so that you receive scheduling notifications for testing and updated job information.

Role Type

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.