Power Distribution Electrician (2 Positions); LIMITED TO CURRENT UCONN NP-2 EMPLOYEES ONLY

UConn Careers•Storrs, CT

20h•$68,622 - $87,595•Onsite

About The Position

UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has two job openings for Power Distribution Electrician positions at the Storrs Campus. The Power Distribution Electrician positions are permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week positions. The work schedule will be determined by seniority and discussed during the interview. These positions are only open to current UConn NP-2 QCW Electricians that have completed the training requirements of the Power Distribution Electrician job classification. Current QCW Electrical employees who meet all of the minimum qualifications and special requirements of the job specification will be provided with an opportunity for an interview for the positions. In order to be eligible for the positions, current UConn NP-2 QCW Electrical employees must have completed two years of training with an energized voltage over 600 volts, successful completion of Eversource ESOP 100 high voltage training and hold an active E-1 or E-2 license. The hourly rate of pay will be determined based on the employee’s current Step of the Pay Plan. These positions are categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends and holidays) and must make the commitment to work scheduled shutdowns during regular work hours and on overtime. Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience performing highly skilled work in the electrical trade area.
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have included some experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and machinery with an energized voltage over 600 volts.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Qualified Craft Worker (Electrical).
Applicant must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license throughout employment with the University.
Applicant must possess and retain a current State of Connecticut E-1 or E-2 License throughout employment with the University.
Applicant must have the ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints for building and utility systems.
Incumbents in this class must have up to date Eversource ESOP 100 High Voltage training and certification.
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain licenses, permits and/or certifications.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain appropriate specific education and/or experience to meet various certification requirements.
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), preferably AiM.
Experience using an IPad.
Experience working in a union environment at a college, university or similar entity.
Commercial Driver's License, CDL - Class A or B.
Experience maintaining high voltage substations.
Experience performing mark outs with CBYD and locating high voltage underground cables.
Considerable experience and knowledge of Eversource procedures in performing high voltage work.
Experience working with 4160 high voltage power systems and high voltage generation plants.
Experience working with high voltage cable vaults.
Bucket truck operator experience performing maintenance on overhead high voltage equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs highly skilled and specialized installation, maintenance and repair work to equipment and machinery used in a power distribution system
Installs, maintains and performs electrical repair work to both overhead and underground power distribution systems such as utility metering systems, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, power transformers, distribution transformers, switchboard wiring and controls, control circuits, insulators, switchers on substation structures and systems, cutouts, re-closers and wiring
Utilizes specialized electrical and computerized equipment and instruments to conduct repairs and analyze power plant electrical generation performance such as a thermal infrared imaging, meters, voltmeters, ammeters and monitors software
Interprets electrical drawings, diagrams and schematics to initiate repairs and verify high voltage switching procedures
Performs necessary safety testing of electrical equipment, performs Lock Out/Tag Out safety procedures
Performs pole work and confined space work
Maintains sub-station and transformers and connections through oil tests and visual inspections
Maintains required records
May diagnose power plant electrical failures and recommend adjustments to Power Plant Operators
Performs related duties as required