Electrical Distribution Electrician

Electrical Distribution Electrician

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!

Your skills will make a difference. You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of Campus Operations staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has earning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• 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
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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.

• 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 activities and system conditions is required.
• Perform medium voltage underground cable installation, pulling, splicing, and terminations for lead-jacketed and EPR-insulated cables. Responsibilities include the installation, operation, and maintenance of underground distribution systems, including duct banks, manholes that have known energized insulated electrical conductors, vaults, raceways, and associated grounding and protective systems. Install and pull LV wire as required.
• Perform work on exposed and overhead electrical distribution systems, including raceway, insulated, and non-insulated cable systems. Designated personnel are required to climb poles, towers, and other elevated structures to install, maintain, and repair electrical components and low-voltage lighting systems.
• Update record drawings and create switching orders. Review and evaluate design proposals and specifications for feasibility. Effectively communicate verbally and…