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Iowa State University High Voltage Electrician I in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:High Voltage Electrician I
Job Group:Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Six years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship, of which two years must be working with high voltage (over 600 volts) or successfully completed the site-specific high voltage training program for the High Voltage Electrician I.
Preferred Qualifications:State of Iowa Electrical license or other applicable electrical certifications
Journeyman lineman three-phase electrical trade experience
Experience installing and maintaining medium voltage system equipment up to 15,000 volts
Experience splicing/terminating medium voltage cables
Experience work on underground electrical systems and in confined spaces
Experience using high voltage electrical system testing and diagnostic equipment
Job Description:
Are you an experienced High or Medium Voltage Electrician looking for a great career move with a consistent work that fosters work-life balance? Step up to a role where your journey-level skills can make a real impact! We’re seeking a skilled professional to join our team, installing, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage electrical distribution systems (5kV to 15kV).
Generous benefits starting from Day 1
All holidays off
Opportunity to work on a dynamic team that’s committed to maintaining a safe, efficient, and thriving campus environment.
About the Role:
Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting medium-voltage distribution systems, including transformers, generators, switchgear, and control systems.
Repairing and calibrating equipment like circuit breakers, relays, substation gear, and more.
Leading on safety protocols, coordinating outages, and generating switching procedures.
Conducting power system tests and using tools like phase meters, hi-potential testers, and infrared thermometers.
About You:
In-depth knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and techniques.
Strong ability to read schematics and electrical documentation.
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with colleagues and apprentices.
Solid experience in electrical maintenance and installation.
About Us: At Facilities Planning and Management, we’re all about making campus a safe, efficient, and welcoming place for everyone. Our Utilities Services team plays a vital role in keeping our infrastructure in top shape, ensuring smooth operations across campus.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs and replaces high voltage electric distribution systems and related equipment, including but not limited to switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, substation equipment, solid state control systems, power and distribution class transformers, generators, capacitor banks, solid state meters, protection and monitoring systems, cable and conduit. Jobs may require one day to several weeks to complete depending on complexity. • Energizes and operates high voltage electrical distribution equipment.• Determines jobsite work sequences and safety procedures required, procures materials, coordinates outages, completes work, and places systems back into service.• Generates basic switching procedures to allow de-energization of portions of the electrical distribution systems to safely isolate equipment to complete required tasks.• Tests power systems utilizing equipment such as phase meters, hi-potential testers, meggers, and infrared thermometers.• Assists in directing the work of apprentices and other workers. • May perform other electrical duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of the principles of electrical theory, methods and techniques used in the high voltage electrical trade. • Knowledge of the tools and equipment of the high voltage electrical and electronic trade and detailed skill in their safe use, proper care and maintenance. • Knowledge of the trade occupational hazards and safety precautions while working in confined spaces, aerial or elevated locations, extreme temperatures, excavations, and other environmental caused conditions. • Knowledge of electrical codes, utility standards, and safety programs as governed by rules, regulations and guidelines of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, equipment manufacturers, and others. • Knowledge of proper bending and lifting techniques and ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds. • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with other department personnel, vendors and suppliers, students, staff, and the general public. • Ability to plan and perform work involving the installation, modification and repair of new and existing high voltage electrical systems and related electronic control and protective equipment with minimal guidance by others while maintaining work continuity when unplanned events cause disruptions. • Skill to read, understand and interpret installation manuals, specifications, and construction drawings for the basic installation, maintenance and operation of high voltage equipment.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:5073a
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: November 6, 2024
Posting Close Date:November 30, 2024
Job Requisition Number:R15865
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