Power Distribution Specialist

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Power Distribution Specialist is a key individual contributor in Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO), responsible for operating and maintaining the electrical distribution system that supplies Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The position requires strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a commitment to maintaining high system reliability. It has no supervisory responsibility and reports administratively and functionally to the CoGen Assistant Manager. VUMO is part of Vanderbilt University's Facilities Department and provides maintenance, cleaning, ancillary services, power generation, and thermal utilities for University and Medical Center facilities. The Facilities organization collaborates to build, maintain, manage, and operate campus infrastructure sustainably and cost-efficiently in support of the University's academic mission.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record, which must be maintained.
Five years of previous experience.
Three years of experience in high-voltage electrical operations.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Test 13,800-volt and 4,160-volt transformers, breakers, and switches.
Calibrate and replace 13,800-volt and 4,160-volt relays.
Operate 69,000-volt and lower air-break disconnects, circuit breakers, and associated equipment during standard and emergency switching procedures.
Inspect newly installed and existing switchgear and perform preventive maintenance.
Inspect cables and equipment in underground vaults and tunnels.
Test 13,800-volt, 4,160-volt, and 480-volt cables.
Collect transformer oil samples for testing.
Test motor starters and ground loops in substations and buildings.
Test gas turbine-driven generators 1 and 2.
Clean switchgear and other electrical equipment in substations and buildings.
Install and test electric meters on 13,800-volt and lower circuits.
Test electric motors and inspect installations; install and test electric motors and variable speed drives.
Replace bearings in electric motors.
Use testing equipment and computer programs to configure equipment.
Read electrical drawings, revise them, and create new drawings as needed.
Install electrical cables and conduit and pull medium- and high-voltage cabling.
Work with electrical engineers, contractors, vendors, and OEM personnel.
Complete work orders from other PO areas and perform other duties related to the classification.
Operate a forklift, bucket truck, and department vehicles.