High Voltage Electrician

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: 7AM - 3:30PM
Category: Campus Operations and Facilities
Salary: $105,047 - $118,285
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Facilities Planning Design & Const
Department: Christopher Pillen
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
UC Riverside's Facilities Services is recruiting for a High Voltage Electrician. The High Voltage Electrician performs full journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of a variety of medium and high voltage (>600V - 12.47KV) electrical distribution systems and associated industrial electrical equipment. Performs planned and emergency maintenance on a variety of medium and low voltage systems, including overhead and underground distribution systems, throughout the campus community and satellite substation. Maintains industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,470 volts (12.47KV); performs troubleshooting, as needed, on equipment such as generators, transformers, Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, breakers, batteries, DC systems, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify and resolve electrical equipment problems. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate electrical concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

The full salary range for the High Voltage Electrician is $50.31 - $56.65 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.


Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required

Completion of a certified apprenticeship program.

Required

Experience Requirements

4 years of journey-level experience as a skilled high voltage electrician, and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required

Demonstrated experience in maintenance, repair, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems and associated industrial electrical equipment.

Required

Experience working in medium and high voltage environments (>600V - 12.47KV), working in and around electrical equipment and distribution lines such as transformers, switches, circuit breakers, recording instruments and control systems.

Required

Experience and/or certification of training in forklifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations.

Preferred

License Requirements

Valid Driver License.

Required

State of California General Electrician License/Certification.

Preferred

Special Conditions
Special

Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check through Hire Right prior to appointment start date.

Required

Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination prior to appointment start date.

Required

Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Public Driving Record.

Required

Overtime

Required

Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours).

Required

Must wear University issued ID badge and uniform.

Required

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge and skill to prepare switch tags and perform system switching operations to isolate and place electrical equipment in a safe condition.

Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime, electrical shutdowns, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed.

Knowledge of the National Electric Code for compliant installations and NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E for safe work practices. Ability to apply knowledge of laws, codes and regulations pertaining to high voltage electrical work, including Arc Flash, NEC, Title 24, and standard industry practices.

Knowledge of Electrical theory and terminology, and technical practices in order to plan, layout, and complete maintenance or repair needed for high voltage equipment and lines.

Skill and ability to perform repairs, fabrication, operations and maintenance of medium and high voltage electrical systems and associated equipment.

Skill and ability to use testing equipment and troubleshooting complex electrical problems and develop effective resolutions.

Skill and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work such as customers, project managers, inspectors, and other crafts, including assisting others and working cooperatively.

Ability to maintain records in work order system related to work performed, including use of computers. Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities.

Skill and ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, drawings, instructions, and related technical materials.

Knowledge of safety and ability to exercise safe working practices pertaining to high voltage electrical work, including ensuring clearances, and working on energized lines and equipment.

Ability to perform job planning and prepare detailed estimates including labor and materials.

Ability to read, write and perform mathematics used in electrical calculations including algebra.

Skill and ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade. Skilled use and maintaining of electrical tools and test equipment such as oscillators and rotation meters, digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, ampmeters, voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders, dressing tools, wire tongs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks, and insulated hoods/covers and tools.

Ability to select the correct tools, techniques, and PPE for handling specified equipment and apply knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials or situations are suspected.

Experience with electrical theory and terminology.

Experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.

Experience using tools and equipment common to the electrician skilled trade.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.


Additional Information:
Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
  


• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
  


• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
  


• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
  


• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
  


• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
HIGH VOLT ELECTRN 008154 Christopher Pillen Kirk Quash

Department Custom Scope
The High Voltage Electrician performs full journey-level work related to the repair, maintenance, service, installation, modification, troubleshooting, inspection, and monitoring of a variety of medium and high voltage (>600V - 12.47KV) electrical distribution systems and associated industrial electrical equipment. Performs planned and emergency maintenance on a variety of medium and low voltage systems, including overhead and underground distribution systems, throughout the campus community and satellite substation. Maintains industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,470 volts (12.47KV); performs troubleshooting, as needed, on equipment such as generators, transformers, Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, breakers, batteries, DC systems, and Motor Control Centers (MCC) to identify and resolve electrical equipment problems. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate electrical concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

Electrical Maintenance (High Voltage):
Works in and around industrial electrical equipment of various voltages up to and including 12,470 volts (12.47KV). Inspects, maintains, tests, repairs, operates, troubleshoots and replaces 4160V and 12.47KV equipment. Performs a variety of electrical functions on medium and high voltage electrical distribution systems; troubleshoots, repairs, installs, maintains and services medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems and associated equipment; operates, inspects and performs preventative maintenance on medium voltage overhead and underground distribution systems, including transformers, circuit interrupters, reclosers, capacitors, voltage regulators, medium voltage switches, and supporting hardware. Performs a variety of electrical functions including switching operations, inspection of equipment, monitoring and assessing the reliability of the medium and low voltage electrical systems. Performs layout, constructs, maintains, operates, tests, and repairs a network of underground electric utility distribution system, main power substations, interconnected circuits, permanently installed and portable stand-by power systems >600 volts. Performs electric utility distribution system switching operations to transfer system loads, isolate components, de-energize equipment, and install safety grounds. Installs, connects, tests, operates, modifies, repairs and replaces auxiliary support equipment in Sub-stations, Switch Stations and associated buildings. Performs troubleshooting and repairs of electrical systems and equipment. Serves as technical subject matter expert on practical work matters related to electrical work. Coordinates work with customers, project managers, other crafts, and inspectors; inspects job sites and reviews detailed plans, drawings and oral directions to plan work.

60%

Electrical Maintenance Support:
Provides support to Electricians, as needed, performs maintenance and repair on electrical systems such as generators, transformers, motors, Medium Voltage (MV), Low Voltage (LV) switchgear, etc. Maintains, repairs and installs electrical systems such as panels, controls, sensors, electrical systems, conduit, motors, operators, and wiring. Performs troubleshooting on equipment such as generators, transformers, switchgears, breakers, computerized lighting systems, Motor Control Centers (MCC), etc. to identify potential or actual electrical equipment problems. Repairs and rewires systems according to building codes and safety regulations. Performs preventive maintenance on line and low voltage systems. Performs installation of new or modified electrical wiring and devices; troubleshooting, shop fabrications, predictive and preventive maintenance, inspections, test operations, services repairs or replacement. Participates in the design of assemblies, systems, equipment and/or controls, electrical and/or mechanical. Prepares drawings in detail showing measurements and materials with information obtained from blueprints and verbal instructions. Fabricates, places, and terminates various types of busses, cables, conductors, and wires. Installs, connects, tests, operates, modifies, repairs and replaces circuit breakers, controls, fuses, motors, outlets, signaling devices, switches, thermostats, timers and wiring devices. Maintains electrical components and systems.

20%

Shop Support:
Maintains working knowledge of the proper and safe usage of electrical equipment and maintenance skilled trade. Keeps track of shop materials/parts. Performs computer input within the work order system for recording of labor and materials used in work performed; maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings as needed. Cleans truck/shop and maintains organization of materials and tools; performs routine maintenance or coordinates for repair or replacement of tools and equipment, as required. Accounts for shop parts/supplies inventory and reports supply needs to be restocked. Consults with supervisor and/or lead for technical information, as needed. Interprets prints, schematics, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of functions and project requirements. Supports maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments. Adheres to the scheduling and completion of work assignments through the work order system. Maintains accurate work order records and completes work orders and/or paperwork in a neat and timely manner. Defines and describes materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences. Prepares detailed estimates including labor and materials, and prepares lists of materials; obtains materials and equipment, as required. Participates in safety and other trainings as required. Performs all job duties in adherence to all University and Departmental safety guidelines.

10%

Communication & Customer Service:
Serves as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or supervisor. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students. Communicates and reports to a supervisor and/or staff regarding any potential issues, not limited to potential safety hazards (e.g. broken glass, regulated materials, damaged steps, excess water, fire, etc.), or liabilities during the day-to-day operations. Contacts Facilities Services teams, as necessary, when further action is required. Responds to customer complaints and requests for information. Works with customer and campus personnel to accurately define the nature of the problem, determine the appropriate course of action, make recommendations and follow up to ensure resolution has been effective.

10%


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