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Electrician (High Voltage)

Employer
Temple University
Location
Philadelphia, PA

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Administrative Jobs
Institutional & Business Affairs, Auxiliary Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

DescriptionReporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the Facilities Management High Voltage Electrician is responsible for maintenance upkeep and repair of all University electrical systems and controls up to and including 13,200 volts. Troubleshoots problems in order to make repair. Responds to routine and emergency calls for corrective maintenance involving building systems and equipment. Works with switching and troubleshooting medium voltage systems and switchgear. Performs complete operational and serviceability checks to insure safe, efficient and economical operation of all areas of facilities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:Minimum five years of directly related experience. Demonstrated experience electrical switchgear, variable frequency drivers, PLCs, and BAS systems. Proven work history of safe work practices and a strong knowledge of the NEC is a must. A valid driver's license is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
Required Skills & Abilities:* Must have a valid driver's license.* Solid knowledge of safe working practices and the National Electrical Code.* Must possess proven troubleshooting skills.* Demonstrates proficiency in use of maintenance program software and hardware.* Demonstrated hands-on knowledge of electrical switchgear, variable frequency drivers, PLCs, and BAS systems.* Ability to diagnose and analyze electrical systems.* Ability to read drawings, schematics, one-line diagrams, ladder control diagrams, pertinent manufacturer literature, etc. and communicate problems and recommendations.* Proven troubleshooting experience with Motor Control Centers, VFDs, Building Automation Systems and other electrically controlled mechanical equipment.* Must have expertise working with and knowledge of National Electrical codes pertaining to industry standards and Federal, State, local codes and regulations.* Demonstrate knowledge of industry safety practices and their implementations.* Demonstrate knowledge of low voltage and control circuiting and devices.* Familiarly with OSHA regulations, Arc Flash Protection, and NEC standards.* Must be able to handle lifting, climbing, heights, bending, working in precarious locations such as: light and utility poles, confined space, and quick response time.
Preferred:Experience in an institution that has these systems working in this capacity.
** This position requires a Valid, current Driver’s License **
Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and. employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu.  
Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety and can be found at: http://www.temple.edu/safety/asfr/ 
You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.

Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-Facilities Management
Job: Staff
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular

Organization

One of the nation’s top urban public research universities, Temple University is a dynamic workplace in the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant cities. Founded in 1884 as a night school for the working-class men and women of North Philadelphia, for 130 years Temple has retained its core mission of being a beacon of educational opportunity to students of every background, while adding a national and global reputation as a leader in education, research and real-world oriented instruction.

With nearly 39,000 students and 290,000 living alumni, Temple has a major impact on its region and on Philadelphia, the nation’s 5th largest city. One in seven college graduates in the Philadelphia area holds a Temple degree, and the university is the 4th largest provider of professional education in the nation (law, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and podiatry). Temple offers 17 schools and colleges, 399 academic degree programs, 17 Division 1 intercollegiate men’s and women’s athletic teams, as well as nine campuses including international campuses in Italy and Rome.  

Like the students the university serves, Temple’s approximately 8,000 employees are hardworking, diverse and energized by the vibrant and supportive work environments across the university, all aligned towards advancing the teaching, research and service missions of Temple University.

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