High Voltage Electrician I
Position Title:High Voltage Electrician IJob Group:MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:• Must have a high school diploma or GED• Six years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship, of which two years must be working with high voltage (over 600 volts) or successfully completed the site-specific high voltage training program for the High Voltage Electrician I.Job Description:Are you an experienced High or Medium Voltage Electrician looking for a great career move with a consistent work that fosters work-life balance? Step up to a role where your journey-level skills can make a real impact! We’re seeking a skilled professional to join our team, installing, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage electrical distribution systems (5kV to 15kV). Generous benefits starting from Day 1 All holidays off Opportunity to work on a dynamic team that’s committed to maintaining a safe, efficient, and thriving campus environment.Preferred QualificationsState of Iowa Electrical license or other applicable electrical certificationsJourneyman lineman three-phase electrical trade experienceExperience installing and maintaining medium voltage system equipment up to 15,000 voltsExperience splicing/terminating medium voltage cablesExperience working on underground electrical systems and in confined spacesExperience using high voltage electrical system testing and diagnostic equipmentAbout the Role: Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting medium-voltage distribution systems, including transformers, generators, switchgear, and control systems. Repairing and calibrating equipment like circuit breakers, relays, substation gear, and more. Leading on safety protocols, coordinating outages, and generating switching procedures. Conducting power system tests and using tools like phase meters, hi-potential testers, and infrared thermometers.About You: In-depth knowledge of electrical/electronic theory and techniques. Strong ability to read schematics and electrical documentation. Excellent communication skills to work effectively with colleagues and apprentices. Solid experience in electrical maintenance and installation.About Us: At Facilities Planning and Management, we’re all about making campus a safe, efficient, and welcoming place for everyone. Our Utilities Services team plays a vital role in keeping our infrastructure in top shape, ensuring smooth operations across campus.Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs and replaces high voltage electric distribution systems and related equipment, including but not limited to switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, substation equipment, solid state control systems, power and distribution class transformers, generators, capacitor banks, solid state meters, protection and monitoring systems, cable and conduit. Jobs may require one day to several weeks to complete depending on complexity. • Energizes and operates high voltage electrical distribution eq...