Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

Building Systems Maintenance has three levels of High Voltage Electricians, and the level is determined by a candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and applicable licensure.

High Voltage Electricians I, II, and III: All High Voltage Electricians assist with various utility electrical activities such as installation, maintenance, and repair of transformers and medium voltage switches, data collection and maintenance of electrical vaults, and State of Nebraska electrical code compliant electrical installation and lighting system maintenance and repair. Additionally, High Voltage Electricians interpret and use schematics and blueprint drawings to install and troubleshoot electrical conduit systems, wiring, and device termination, locate and flag underground electrical systems, complete work orders and utilize an electronic time keeping system, and assist with maintaining distribution gear and motor controls centers, and perform splicing and terminating of medium voltage cable.

High Voltage Electrician II: In addition to the duties and responsibilities above, a level II will work more independently and be given more complex duties including communicating concerns of safety, circuit changes, switching orders, loading issues, GIS information, and other relative issues with the medium voltage distribution system to appropriate leadership, maintain battery banks, run rigid threaded conduit, and operate load rigging, heavy forklifts, bucket trucks, and other applicable machinery.

High Voltage Electrician III: In addition to the duties and responsibilities above, a level III will act as a primary point of contact for high voltage concerns or emergencies, collaborate with FPC officials, Code enforcement agencies, LES (Lincoln Electric System), private contractors and engineers, and University departments, and confirm scope, schedule, and budget requirements of work assignments and coordinate changes. A level III will also test and diagnose circuits in medium voltage electrical systems when problems and outages occur, verify accuracy of functions and coding of work orders, sustain Journeyman license, train, mentor, and verify work of others, contribute to fostering a positive work environment, motivate and encourage staff to improve, support leadership, and contribute to the development and implementation of departmental vision and goals.

All levels will be assigned to a rotating on-call schedule and urgent situations occasionally require after-hours work.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

High Voltage Electrician I, II and III: High school or equivalent experience. Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions. Thinking and reasoning skills. Good communication skills. Thoroughness and attention to detail. Good time management and organizational skills. Familiar with and able to operate tools and machinery. Able to lift 50 lbs. Able to work from a ladder and/or aerial equipment. Available by cell phone to assist with campus emergencies and available for regular rotations on the weekend and after-hours on-call schedule. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement and State of Nebraska Apprentice Electrical License or the ability to obtain the license upon employment.

High Voltage Electrician II: In addition to the minimum qualifications above, a level II must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical installation and repair or demonstrate equivalent comprehension. Knowledgeable in electrical theory and intermediate computer skills are necessary.

High Voltage Electrician III: In conjunction with the minimum qualifications above, a level III must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical medium voltage installation and repair or demonstrate equivalent comprehension, and a Journeyman Electrician license.

High Voltage Electrician I, II and III: Associate degree in electrical engineering, other related field of study, or equivalent experience, lineman certificate, and/or Medium-Voltage Cable Technician Certification (or similar splicing or terminating certificate).

High Voltage Electrician I: At least 6 months of experience in electrical installation and repair or demonstrate equivalent comprehension and/or a State of Nebraska Journeyman license.

High Voltage Electrician II: At least 2 years of experience in electrical medium voltage installation and repair or equivalent comprehension, and/or a Master Electrician license.

High Voltage Electrician III: At least 4 years of experience in electrical medium voltage installation and repair or equivalent comprehension, and/or a Master Electrician license.

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Bob Beckstrom
bob@unl.edu
402-472-4863