High Voltage Electrician

Position Number: 40074862

Payroll Title: HIGH VOLT ELECTRN

Job Code: 8154

Job Open Date: 2/10/2025

Application Review Begins: 2/26/2025

Department Code (Name): FACM (Facilities Management)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): K8- Skilled Trades

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: N/A

Pay Rate/Range: $50.37/hourly

Work Location: 6759 Navigator Way, Building 7

Working Days and Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

The mission of all Design, Facilities & Safety Services units is to design, build, operate, maintain, and renew the physical environment required to support the University's instructional, research, and public service mission and to assure UCSB is at the forefront of world class universities.

Our Goals Are To: Create one of the most attractive campuses in the world; Ensure the long term preservation of the investment in facilities and equipment; Provide excellence in service to the campus community; and Achieve our goals with a supportive and highly motivated staff.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Electrical Superintendent this position is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance repair, and troubleshooting of UCSB's high voltage and distribution infrastructure in a safe and professional manner, including the campus 12.47kV electrical distribution system. Assists in the development of a robust a high voltage electricity preventative maintenance program to ensure all main system transformers, metal-clad switchgear, field switches, 15kV cable and cable splices are operating in an efficient and safe manner. Identifies components that are not operating within their design parameters, develops a replacement/repair strategy, schedules subsequent outages and makes necessary changes to return the system to normal operations. As part of the Preventative Maintenance ("PM") program, uses Infrared Imaging technology to diagnose potential problems, performs standard oil testing and dissolved gas analysis on all oil-filled equipment. In coordination with the FM Electrical Engineer, develops trending models to evaluate long-term health of all oil-filled equipment. Operates and maintains high voltage relays. Monitors and maintains system to monitor power usage, breaker positions, current balancing and power quality. Splices and terminates high voltage cable. Provides support to Design and Construction Services for all electrical utility work that will provide electrical service to the new building(s). Work with FM Trade Staff to ensure the use of all required safety equipment and code requirements are strictly followed.

Required Qualifications:

• CA General Electrician Certification. 8000 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing, constructing or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National Electrical Code. The 8000 hours must consist of work in two or more of areas specified by the State of California Department of Industrial Relations.
• Certificate of completion of a recognized apprenticeship, accredited trade school, or the equivalent amount of experience
  and training comparable to journey level crafts status as a High Voltage Electrician.
• 6 years of experience working at a journeyman level as an electrician in commercial and residential environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Thorough knowledge of the NEC and the California Electric Code.
• Ability to work in an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Understanding of safety practices and Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• CA General Electrician Certification Upon Hire Required

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to take night and weekend overtime call-backs. Hours and days may vary to meet the operational needs of the department.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 65% High Voltage Operations - Responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the campus High Reliability Distribution System (HRDS). Provide technical support for the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of the campus high voltage electrical distribution system as well as: 1. Tests, troubleshoots, cleans, and repairs UCSB's high voltage electrical distribution system to maintain proper power to campus facilities. 2. Under the direction of the Electrical Superintendent and in consultation with the FM Electrical Engineer, oversees the daily operation and maintenance of the campus High Reliability Distribution System (HRDS). 3. Verifies (daily) the status of system alarm condition which are reported as part of the campus SCADA system. 4. Performs parallel switching to work circuits, balances power load and/or brings new campus facilities online. 5. Conducts annual PM program using advanced technology such as Infrared Thermal Imaging, standard oil sampling and dissolved gas analysis to ensure proper operation, system/equipment reliability and overall general condition of the electrical distribution system. 6. Repairs or terminates high voltage cables using various splicing techniques and tools to eliminate cable stress. 7. In conjunction with the campus electrical engineer writes switching procedures for high voltage installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 8. Responsible for the operation, maintenance and installation of all main building electrical metering. Works with Campus Energy Manager to ensure data from the meter installations is reporting on a timely basis. 9. Works with Design and Construction Services concerning all high voltage extensions and conducts all high voltage switching necessary to provide electrical service to the new building. 10. Programs, operates, and maintains high voltage relays with the use of lap-top computers. 11. Investigates and performs root cause analysis for system failures and identify corrective measures to restore system functionality. 12. In conjunction with the campus electrical engineer, maintains high voltage prints/schematics to provide a record of operation and repair for work performed. 13. In conjunction with the campus electrical engineer, monitors power usage, breaker positions, current balancing, and power quality. 14. Maintains high voltage test equipment by cleaning and/or sending it out for lab testing. 15. Maintains proper maintenance inventories of high voltage parts, fuses, elbows, cable, and splicing materials.

• 25% Low Voltage/Building Wiring Systems - Performs the full range of duties as a general electrician: 1. Designs, installs, repairs, maintains and inspects electrical systems and equipment such as motors, fixtures, transformers, generators, wiring, switchboards, alarms systems, controllers, circuit breakers and transmission equipment; works from blueprints and specifications; makes working drawings and single line power diagrams; locates and diagnoses electrical malfunctions using various test instruments such as an ammeter, megometer and multimeter. These repairs require a thorough knowledge of building, safety and national electric codes. 2. Repairs malfunctions by such methods as replacing burnt out elements and fuses; replacing defective wiring, circuit breakers, switches, outlets and contacts. Repairs and replaces motors; performs preventative maintenance; tests electrical equipment for safety and efficiency; inspects circuits and wiring for grounding and shielding deficiencies; repairs and replaces lighting fixtures using ladders, lifts, and scaffolding. 3. Makes standard computations related to load requirements, branch circuit and feeder wiring or electrical equipment. 4. Assists in the service or repair of high voltage lines and equipment as required on an emergency or routine basis. 5. Instructs or leads, semi-skilled or unskilled assistants; works with others as a member of a team; provides direct customer service to the campus community. 6. Optimizes building energy efficiency and operation while maintaining quality service and environmental standards for the building occupants.

• 10% General, Safety & Security - General, safety and security measures are identified as follows: 1. Utilizes hand held radio to communicate with dispatcher, supervisor and co-workers. 2. Participates in safety and professional training programs. 3. Participates in maintaining a work environment which is conducive to the mission of Facilities Management. 4. Proactive in providing a positive customer service environment. 5. Performs work in a safe manner, abiding by all UCSB policies and procedures including, but not limited to: breathing apparatus, respiratory protection, asbestos and lead paint safety procedures, hand and power tools, ladders, scaffolding and safety harness. 6. Adheres to current safety regulations and precautions as prescribed by the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Uniform Building Code and EPA, including storage and disposal procedures, common safety shop practices, guidelines or polices per other applicable Federal, State and local agencies. 7. Understands and adheres to the safety practices on use of all hand and power tools associated with this position, electrical and other building and maintenance trades. 8. Understands and adheres to current safety practices in relation to proper ventilation and non-smoking rules when working with flammable substances and harmful inhalants. 9. Participates in and complies with departmental safety programs; required to comply with FM Safety Program as implemented by supervisor. 10. Promptly reports on the job accidents to the supervisor. 11. Locks unoccupied areas before leaving them, including windows and doors. 12. Keeps vehicle locked when unoccupied, including all tool storage bins. 13. Safeguards assigned keys and radio by keeping them on person at all times during working hours and securing them at the end of shift. 14. Unless on official business, work keys are to remain on campus at all times. 15. Responsible for other related duties as assigned.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit:

* UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information - https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information
* University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement:

UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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