"Electrician Specialist (High Voltage)"

Job Purpose

Employees in this classification perform journey level and high voltage electrician work involved with the installation, maintenance, operation and repair of the electrical substations, electrical distribution systems, and general low voltage utility controls under general supervision. Assignments can be received in the form of work orders, blueprints, sketches, verbal instructions or employees may be expected to schedule their own work, determine work priorities. At this level employees are expected to diagnose problems independently and determine the appropriate method and procedure needed to complete the work. Working with the Lead and co-workers, the HV Electrician Specialist is expected to ensure that the work specifications conform to shop standards. May work with the Lead person to order materials needed for work.

Core Duties

• Works in areas of controlled access such as substations not open to unqualified individuals.
• Works on high voltage power distribution systems 600 Volts AC and above.
• Splices and terminates high voltage cables using manufacturer and hand tape methods.
• May update and revise procedures.
• Installs, tests, calibrates and repairs all types of revenue meters, instruments and associated electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot, monitor, repair, maintain and calibrate computer-based SCADA systems, transducers, input devices, communication equipment and data transmission equipment.
• Performs switching and maintenance in substations, switchyards, pad-mounted equipment and in underground vaults and may act as Person in Charge of such operations as directed.
• Responds to power outages during off-hours on a callback basis
• Troubleshoots and repair faulty equipment
• Test and repairs short-circuits, grounds and troubleshoots high voltage street light circuits
• Installs new equipment, including conduit, wire, cable, pull boxes, transformers and etc. for repairs and alterations in high voltage systems
• May be responsible for plans and schematic reviews with written reports to the Systems Manager for his/her review
• May assist the System Manager in overseeing contractors, ensuring safety regulations are being followed
• Responsible for coordinating work to ensure the maintenance and integrity of the high volt system
• Follows University/shop procedures for scheduling system outages
• May oversee the work of an apprentice
• Ensures that safety rules are followed

Other duties may also be assigned

Education & Experience

• Completion of recognized apprenticeship program (or equivalent education and/or experience) for journey level electrician.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with high voltage equipment (600 AC Volts and above) and experience with low to medium voltage equipment & repairs. 10+ years of relevant experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate knowledge of high voltage electrical theory and practices sufficient to plan work independently on power distribution equipment.
• Understanding of, and willingness to comply with, electrical and work safety procedures including National Electrical Code & CAL-OSHA Standards.
• Ability to handle tools of the trade (amprobes, amp meters, recording devices, etc), to work in awkward positions of crouching or bending etc. for a period of time, and to perform moderately heavy lifting.
• Must be able to read metering schematic, wiring, installation diagrams, etc. Ability to diagnose electrical trouble and then make repairs on equipment.
• Ability to perform new installations of high voltage equipment and electrical systems, if permitted.
• Must be available to work overtime and available for callbacks.

Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License and the ability to operate standard and automatic transmission vehicles and may operate a high lift truck.
• Must have and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid training.
• California State Electrical Certification, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to drive day or night.
• Ability to work on or uses boom lifts, scissor lifts, cranes and forklifts to perform duties.
• Constantly stand/walk, lift up to 10 lbs.
• Frequently grasp forcefully, perform light/fine grasping, lift up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally perform seated work, knee/crawl, climb, twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach, lift, pull, work above shoulders, operate hand and/or foot controls
• Rarely perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, write by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, scrub, sweep and lift 21–50 pounds.
• Ability to wear and work in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including such items as gloves, foot and eye protection, protective hearing devices (earplugs, muffs) hard hats, respirators and full body suits.

Working Conditions

• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including Holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to work on or uses boom lifts, scissor lifts, cranes and forklifts to perform duties.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and work at elevated surfaces at heights over ten feet.
• May be exposed to high-voltage electricity, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise>80db TWA, allergens, biohazards, chemicals, asbestos, hot and cold temperature extremes.
• Required to wear appropriate uniform.
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including such items as gloves, foot and eye protection, protective hearing devices (earplugs, muffs) hard hats, respirators and full body suits.

The expected pay range

The expected pay range for this position is $60.28 (Step 1) to $72.84 (Step 10) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.