Medium Voltage Supervisor

Position Highlights

University Facility Services is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Medium Voltage Supervisor to oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of the campus electrical distribution system. In this role, you will lead a team of skilled technicians responsible for inspecting, repairing, and upgrading medium- and high-voltage equipment across campus substations and distribution networks. The supervisor will also take part in prioritizing and establishing future projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule shop staff performing maintenance, repair, testing, and inspection of building systems, equipment, and utilities, including substations, transformers, PMS switches, circuit breakers, relays and battery systems.
• Oversee installation, testing, and troubleshooting of equipment and building systems including protective relays, and communication systems to ensure reliable operation of the electrical distribution system.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, university policies, and regulatory requirements when performing maintenance and repair of building systems.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate skilled trades staff, promoting professional development and a strong safety culture.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and reporting related to shop activities, inspections, and reliability programs.
• Coordinate campus-wide outages, upgrades, and emergency response with Facilities Management, Engineering, and external contractors.
• Train new employees on procedures, safety, and use of test equipment.
• Keep staff updated on latest technologies, standards, and tools in medium voltage systems.
• Identify skills gaps and recommend training programs.
• Communicate with clients or project managers regarding work status, findings, and recommendations.
• Provide technical support for bids, estimates, or proposals.