Power Plant Electrician - (STA007837)

Performs preventive, scheduled and corrective maintenance on the university�s central utility plant electrical and control systems with voltages ranging up to 12,400 volts.

1. Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs electrical equipment and control systems including, but not limited to, protective devices, controls, meters, variable speed drives and motor starters.
2. Troubleshoots and corrects electrical equipment and control systems. Traces circuits and tests continuity of electrical and electronic circuits utilizing amp meter, voltmeter, ohmmeter, as-built drawings and visual inspections.
3. Maintains, repairs and calibrates programmable logic controller (PLC) systems for chiller and boiler burner management.
4. Serves as standard electrician and installs, maintains and repairs plant electrical panels, breakers, branch circuits and lighting as needed.
5. Periodically tests electrical equipment for safety and accuracy, reports unusual conditions, problems or deficiencies to supervisor.
6. Complies with established safety procedures and maintains a clean and safe work environment.
7. Serves on special task force during periods of emergency such as floods, storms, hurricanes, etc.
8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA

Qualifications :

18 months and 5 years experience

Requires specialized training in basic trades, principles, procedures, practice, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required. Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience. Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job, as specified on the job posting details. Requires State of Texas Journeyman Electrical license.

Notes to Applicant: Please include a minimum of 3 professional references with your attachments.