Location: Phoenix, AZ
Company: SRP
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 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 Load Research is one of the primary departments at SRP that interfaces with the advanced metering infrastructure data stream.
The high frequency data provided by
the advanced meters is used in planning customer programs, predicting customer demand and understanding customer preferences and trends in electricity usage.
Current and future metering infrastructure require the high-level data management and analysis capabilities that are offered by Load Research. These needs will continue to grow in the future as advanced distribution/load management concepts are put into practice. This position serves as the primary database, server, and data process architect for the business unit. Additionally provides IT systems administration, software, and information custodian support. What You'll Do Maintain and develop databases for customer meter data along with the tools SRP employees use to access and manipulate these data.
Developing, deploying and monitoring recurring database jobs using Windows job scheduler, Batch scripting, SQL queries, SAS scripts, and similar tools Develop subject matter expertise related to SRP’s existing database infrastructure, which includes SQL servers, SAS servers, cloud computing servers, Hadoop, Snowflake, and other similar technologies. Innovate, plan, and execute process improvements for database structure and data process workflows, including robotic process automation. Customer usage reports for internal and external clients.
Support Forecasting and Load Research with database and user administration, including administration of Itron’s MV-90 software product. Manage large data sets in an organized manner with effective quality control and supporting documentation. Interfaces with other internal groups on process improvements and resolving issues, including root cause analysis. Occasional training of staff and quality control of outputs. Exhibits high-level data security, an understanding of sensitive data protocols and service as an information custodian for the department.
What It Takes To Succeed Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1 and demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of 3 years experience at Level 2, is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities. Education Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.
Professional Qualifications: T-SQL expertise is strongly preferred. Experience using Python, Excel, Visual Basic, Batch scripting, Windows job scheduler, SAS statistical software, MS SQL Server database design and performance tuning, and working knowledge with Oracle and DB2 is preferred. Knowledge and experience in the electric utility industry is preferred, but not required. A degree in a related field is preferred, but not required. 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. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19). 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) recognizes diversity and inclusion as key drivers of innovation and growth, and seeks to attract a diverse employee base that reflects our community.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, interaction (including pregnancy), gender identity, interactionual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. Ultimately, SRP aspires to fully apply the power of diversity and inclusion to build a more equitable and sustainable future for our customers, employees and community. Work Authorization All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas.
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