High Voltage & Power Generator Technician; Generator Technician SR

High Voltage Electrician And Onsite Power Generator Technician Sr

The High Voltage Electrician and Onsite Power Generator Technician SR performs skilled journeymen-level work involving the installation, operation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of campus electrical distribution systems and emergency power generation equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure, substations, transformers, switch gear, diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, and associated control systems. The position ensures reliable campus power distribution while maintaining compliance with all applicable safety, electrical, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain and repair medium and high voltage (12.47 kV) distribution systems including substations, switch gear, transformers, protective relays, and associated emergency power system.
• Performs work in accordance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC and University safety requirements.
• Respond to electrical outages and emergency power system failures during schedule and unscheduled events.
• Participates in lockout/tagout (LOTO), switching procedures, and arc-flash safety programs.
• Conducts hazard assessments prior to performing all work.
• Repairs and maintenance of automatic transfer switches.
• Supports the diesel generator technician with testing of generators and automatic transfer switches.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety, efficiency, and environmental practices.
• Cleans equipment, shop area and work site.
• Keeps detailed and up to date records on all repairs and maintenance.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Third year lineman apprentice, or third year substation technician.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years directly related work experience with high voltage electricity.
• Journeyman Electrician license and/or 5–10 years of experience in high-voltage electrical distribution systems, substations, or industrial electrical maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skill in the use of various hand and power tools common to the trade.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to create, read, understand, and build to specifications from blue prints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to service and maintain diesel engine generators.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to travel to statewide campuses throughout the year.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all state electrical, safety, EPA and fire codes.
• Knowledge and skill in low and high voltage power systems.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Please do not upload your cover letter. You will be instructed to copy and paste it during your application.

** Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees occasionally work outdoors, may not be protected from weather conditions or contaminants, and may be exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations.

University

Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

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