What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Distribution Electrician position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

Completes repairs and installations to utility distribution systems, such as circuits, circuit breakers, transformers, emergency generators, and sub-systems. Utilizes skills such as cable pulling and splicing, circuit switching procedures, high-pot testing, and trouble shooting. Distribution systems include 12,470 volt and 5,000 volt systems.
Installs, connects, and maintains campus building transformers. Assists contractors and Facility Operations employees with power outages and testing. Switches off / on high voltage circuits.
Performs emergency repair of damaged circuits. Maintains emergency campus generators by performing work such as testing, fueling, repairing, and maintaining campus building generators and oversees repair and maintenance of transfer switches.
Performs maintenance work related to campus lighting systems, such as changing light ballasts, re-lamping burned-out elements, troubleshooting faults in lighting circuits, and installing and maintaining circuit timers.
Participates in mandatory training sessions related to high voltage utility systems. Acts as mentor and conduct on-the-job training of lesser-skilled personnel. Performs other utilities related work or general maintenance work as needed.
Responds to emergency situations immediately and works quickly to correct the problem(s).
Performs other utilities-related work or general maintenance work as needed.
Participates in the training of apprentices and / or other workers as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

5 years Verifiable journey level experience

Certificate in high voltage electrician or lineman DOL apprenticed trade

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to represent the company with external constituents

Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion

Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Ability to build strong customer relationships

Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems

Proactively approaches responsibilities

Knowledge of and ability to use materials, methods / principles and tools specific to the needs of the High Voltage Electrician trade

Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances

Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawing, schematics and distribution circuit maps

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Ability to troubleshoot problems, effectively communicate and work as part of a team

Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email utility

Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

Performs others duties as assigned

May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications

Working Conditions / Demands

This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend / descend ladders / stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This is a in-person position

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Mastery

FLSA : Nonexempt

Job Function : Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family : Energy & Utilities

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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