Electrical Distribution Electrician

Electrical Distribution Electrician

Hiring Department: Utilities and Energy Management

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest

Start Date:

Ongoing

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: AUSTIN, TX

We are “the power behind UT”. Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides reliable and cost-effective electricity, chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, emergency power, and elevator services for The University of Texas  have more than 170 employees in five divisions:
Utilities Operations;
Utilities Distribution;
Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology;
Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering and Technical Services.

We are seeking candidates who share the following core values:
Safety: Commitment to the well-being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.
Respect: Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
Integrity: Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.
Reliability: Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.
Teamwork: Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.
Excellence: Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward-thinking, and stewardship.

As a member of our team, you will be part of a globally recognized district energy system that serves a top-tier research university. We strive to provide a positive workplace culture that welcomes ideas, talent and perspectives – and we look forward to hearing from you!

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
  Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff

Security sensitive; three-year driving record and criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Applicant required to successfully complete physical abilities testing to remove/replace a large manhole cover weighing 100 lbs and drag 10 ft.; push/pull 100 lbs resistance; lift/carry 90 lbs, lift one-45 lbs of weight up a ladder, kneeling work in confined spaces, and other tasks. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing checks.

Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Work on call, and overtime as requested. Work on elevated structures.

The position requires demonstrated expertise in electrical construction and maintenance, especially in underground systems maintenance and repair, and LV and MV switchgears with the ability to work safely on energized and de-energized systems, interpret technical drawings, and perform complex field operations with minimal supervision.

• Follow all University and UEM safety policies and procedures, take required safety training, and identify and report safety hazards. Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear the proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents. Abide by Utilities and Energy Management's set of core values:
  Safety, Respect, Integrity, Reliability, Teamwork, and Excellence. Participate in the on-call program and working after-hours.
• Install, operate, maintain, and repair low- and medium-voltage metal-enclosed and metal-clad switch gear associated with campus electrical distribution systems. Duties include performing functional and diagnostic testing, inspecting and servicing breakers, and ensuring all work complies with electrical safety standards and operational procedures. Accurate electronic documentation of maintenance…