Power Distribution Specialist

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Power Distribution Specialist is part of Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual contributor responsible for the operation and maintenance of the electrical distribution system providing power to the University as well as the Medical Center. This position requires strong attention to detail, analytic thinking and a commitment to maintain a high level of reliability of the electrical distribution system. This position does not have supervisory responsibility: his position reports administratively and functionally to Power Plant Manager. VUMO provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center. Facilities annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. Facilities manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
5 years of previous experience is necessary.
3 years of experience in high voltage electrical operations is required
Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Test 13,800 volt and 4,160 volt transformers, breakers and switches
Calibration of 13,800 volt relays and 4,160 volt relays
Change out 13,800 volt relays 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
Inspection of newly installed switch gear as well as existing switch gear preventative maintenance
Inspection of cables and equipment in underground vaults and tunnels
Test 13,800 volt and 4,160 volt and 480 volt cables
Pull samples of transformers oil for testing
Test motor starters on equipment
Test ground loops in substation and buildings
Test gas turbines driven generators 1 & 2
Clean switch gear in substation and buildings
Install and test electric meters on 13,800 volt and lower circuits
Test electric motors and inspect installations
Replace bearings in electric motors
Use all testing equipment
Use all programs for setting up equipment from computer
Read electrical drawings, make revisions and create new drawings as necessary
Install electrical cables
Install electrical conduit
Pull medium and high voltage cabling
Work with Electrical Engineers and contractors
Work with vendors
Work with OEM personnel
Clean electrical equipment
Work on Work Orders from other PO areas
Operate fork truck
Operate a bucket truck
Operate department vehicles
Other duties related to classification
Install and test electric motors and variable speed drives