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Pre-Apprentice Polyphase Meterman

APS (Arizona Public Service)
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Oct 27, 2025

APS has opportunities in their Pre-Apprentice Polyphase Meterman program for individuals pursuing a Polyphase Apprenticeship. The Pre-Apprentice will assist the Polyphase Meter Journeymen in the field to learn and gain experience in the trade with KWH testing single phase meters, AMI meters and CT rated meter installations; install/replace single phase self-contained meters, perform dead meter checks on single phase meters and working in confined spaces. They will rotate to various areas within the organization to gain experience in their field.

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 completed one of the following:




    • College level "Introduction to College Algebra" course (MAT-091 or equivalent) or higher with a grade of "C" or better. Must be from an accredited college (community college or 4 year institution) and college transcripts must be submitted.
    • Technical Math Course through any post high school construction, electrical, or automotive trade school or program (NJATC Technical Mathematics, Tech Mathematics, etc.)
    • College level "Introduction to College Algebra" or higher through a 3rd party non-accredited institution that provides ACE American Council of Education (ACE). Must pass according to ACE recommendation for earning college credit.
    • College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) College Algebra test with American Council of Education (ACE) recommended score of 50 or higher
    • High School Advanced Placement (A.P.) Credit in Precalculus, Statistics, or Calculus - Needs to show A.P. test passed with a "3" or higher and High School Credit and provide a high school transcript 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 14, 2025) will result in disqualification of your application:



  1. Resume
  2. High School Diploma or transcripts or GED equivalent and score sheet.
  3. Transcripts showing successful completion of one of the following:





    • College level "Introduction to College Algebra" course (MAT-091 or equivalent) or higher with a grade of "C" or better. Must be from an accredited college (community college or 4 year institution) and college transcripts must be submitted.
    • Technical Math Course through any post high school construction, electrical, or automotive trade school or program (NJATC Technical Mathematics, Tech Mathematics, etc.)
    • College level "Introduction to College Algebra" or higher through a 3rd party non-accredited institution that provides ACE American Council of Education (ACE). Must pass according to ACE recommendation for earning college credit.
    • College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) College Algebra test with American Council of Education (ACE) recommended score of 50 or higher
    • High School Advanced Placement (A.P.) Credit in Precalculus, Statistics, or Calculus - Needs to show A.P. test passed with a "3" or higher and High School Credit and provide a high school transcript with a grade of "C" or better.





  1. 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 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 this job posting.

Additional requirements for selected candidates:



  • Selected candidates must start in mid-April 2026.
  • Reasonable and necessary overtime is required.
  • Work under the terms and conditions of the Pre- Apprenticeship Agreement.
  • If selected as a Pre-Apprentice Polyphase Meterman, you will need to travel to the Metro (Phoenix metro area) and State Region (regional locations throughout the state of Arizona) areas.
  • Successful candidates 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 of Phoenix,on a date to be determined by the Company.



About the Company

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.

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.

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.


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