Electrical System Reliability Technician

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The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.
** Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*
* * Skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of critical building equipment and systems; in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade; in the use of thermographic imaging equipment, in the use of other test and analysis tools to include ultrasonic, precision alignment, vibration analysis, motor analysis, electrical signature analysis and in using computers and related software to analyze and diagnose utilities system problems.
* Ability to read and explain manufacturer recommendations and technical specifications and drawings regarding maintenance, and operation of building systems and components; to prepare written reports
* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to provide direction and training to mechanics and other maintenance personnel.
* Use computers for analysis and reporting of system operations; assist in the preparation of detailed project scope requirements and to monitor the performance of contractors supporting installation, modifications and repairs to critical building systems
* Work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment
* Ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Comprehensive knowledge and skills of the principles of high voltage electricity and the practices, tools, instruments and techniques employed in reliability centered maintenance of critical building systems and components. Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the electrical trades; of National Electric Code; and of the mathematics required to record, analyze and report on systems condition. Thorough knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and practices , motor control systems, emergency power generation and distribution systems, energy conservation practices and systems, and other critical building infrastructure and life safety systems.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Founded in 1865, Bowie State University (BSU) is Maryland’s oldest Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and is one of 12 constituent institutions of the University System of Maryland. One of the nation's Top 20 HBCUs, and top 10 among public HBCUs.  

BSU provides high-quality and affordable educational opportunities for students with ambitions to achieve and succeed. BSU offers 27 undergraduate majors, as well as 18 master’s, 2 doctoral programs, along with doctoral and advanced certification programs, with special focus on science, technology, business, education and related disciplines. BSU is the among the nation's top graduate school programs in Nursing (MSN), Computre Science, Education and Public Affairs (U.S. News & World Report).
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