High Voltage Electrician
Facilities Management
Summary of Job Details
Under the direction of the Electrical Superintendent this position is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance repair, and troubleshooting of UCSB's high voltage and distribution infrastructure in a safe and professional manner, including the campus 12.47kV electrical distribution system. Assists in the development of a robust a high voltage electricity preventative maintenance program to ensure all main system transformers, metal-clad switchgear, field switches, 15kV cable and cable splices are operating in an efficient and safe manner. Identifies components that are not operating within their design parameters, develops a replacement/repair strategy, schedules subsequent outages and makes necessary changes to return the system to normal operations. As part of the Preventative Maintenance ("PM") program, uses Infrared Imaging technology to diagnose potential problems, performs standard oil testing and dissolved gas analysis on all oil-filled equipment. In coordination with the FM Electrical Engineer, develops trending models to evaluate long-term health of all oil-filled equipment. Operates and maintains high voltage relays. Monitors and maintains system to monitor power usage, breaker positions, current balancing and power quality. Splices and terminates high voltage cable. Provides support to Design and Construction Services for all electrical utility work that will provide electrical service to the new building(s). Work with FM Trade Staff to ensure the use of all required safety equipment and code requirements are strictly followed.
Required Qualifications
CA General Electrician Certification. 8000 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing, constructing or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National Electrical Code. The 8000 hours must consist of work in two or more of areas specified by the State of California Department of Industrial Relations.
Certificate of completion of a recognized apprenticeship, accredited trade school, or the equivalent amount of experience
and training comparable to journey level crafts status as a High Voltage Electrician.
6 years of experience working at a journeyman level as an electrician in commercial and residential environments.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Thorough knowledge of the NEC and the California Electric Code.
Ability to work in an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic team environment.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Understanding of safety practices and Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
CA General Electrician Certification Upon Hire Required
Special Conditions of Employment
Must be able to take night and weekend overtime call-backs. Hours and days may vary to meet the operational needs of the department.
Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Application review begins 2/26/2025
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #76163