Electrician - High Voltage

Company: ISU
Location: Ames
Posted on: April 4, 2021

Job Description:

Job Group:MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications: Four years experience in the trade, including apprenticeship, of which two years must be working with high voltage (over 600 volts). Commercial Drivers License may be required.Special Required QualificationsValid U.S. Driver's LicensePreferred 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 working out of an aerial bucket lift.-Experience working on underground electrical systems and in confined spaces.-Experience using high voltage electrical system testing and diagnostic equipment.Job Description:Facilities Planning and Management at Iowa State University is seeking a High Voltage Electrician for Utilities Services. This position will be responsible for maintaining, installing, and operating high voltage underground and above ground electrical distribution systems (up to 15,000 volts). Duties include the installation of high voltage cable, switchgear, transformers, raceways, metering and associated equipment. Operates various vehicles and machinery including aerial lifts associated with the industry. Determines jobsite work sequences and safety procedures required; plans and completes job layout details; procures materials; coordinates outages; completes work; and places systems back into service. Reads and interprets schematics, drawings, and instruction books. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable in electrical/electronic theory, terminology and practices, and techniques used in the high voltage trade. This position also requires the ability to communicate effectively, professionally and positively with others.Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Will respond to after-hours emergency utilities outages.Appointment Type:RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Rate Type:HourlyPay Grade:5073aOriginal Posting Date:March 13, 2021Posting Close Date:March 28, 2021Job Requisition Number:R4396Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.recblid 03ja5iv5ya7p1mpacra1j51wf8ej42

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