Senior Electrician
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Electrician.
| Position Details |
| Location |
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
|
| Division |
Administration Physical Plant |
| Position Type |
Staff |
| Employment Status |
Full Time |
| Grant Funded |
No |
| Pay Grade |
N11 |
| Posting Close Date |
Open until filled |
Job Summary
Journeyman-level
work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems,
facilities, and related electronic controls and devices, in addition to all
primary and secondary power systems. Supervision, TMA allocation of duties, and
evaluation of personnel. Participates in call-out chain, meter reading, and
underground locating 811 as needed. Works athletic and other events as
assigned, which often occur after normal working hours and on weekends. This
position is considered essential personnel and may require unusual attendance
responsibilities, such as storm duty.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Leads, supervises and performs work to install electrical systems in university buildings per specifications, blue prints, and applicable codes, in addition to implementing and overseeing the preventive maintenance program for electrical systems and associated equipment.
- Substation switching 15KV breakers utilization of the bypass bus system. Operation of the15KV S&C switches for power distribution on campus
- Leads, supervises and performs the work to isolate and correct electrical system faults; tests electrical equipment and systems such as, emergency back-up systems, motor starters, variable frequency drives, circuit breakers, branch circuits, and installs conduit/raceways for all buildings.
- Leads, supervises and performs maintenance and repairs of all outside primary electrical distribution systems to include high voltage systems.
- Manages and oversees new construction and maintenance of outside contractors working on institutional electrical systems to included providing materials for contractors in labor-only situations and managing the progress of projects, as well as, reviewing the project budget to ensure timely project completion within budget.
- Manages staff, processes work orders, assigns tasks and inspects work, provides training, education and evaluation of work; assists in maintaining a customer service-oriented environment; performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school
diploma or general education degree (GED) and completion of JATC program
(10,000 hrs.). Must be a certified electrical journeyman with 5 years of
related electrical experience and/or training. At least 1 year of 12KVA-25KVA
high voltage experience. Valid Mississippi Driver’s License. Valid Mississippi
Commercial Driver’s License with Class B endorsement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to quickly diagnose and repair electrical systems in the event of an emergency.
- Familiarity to repair and diagnose generators, backup power systems, and related equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.
- Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Skill in using mathematics to solve problems.
- Ability to obtain a driver’s license prior to employment.
- Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings and/or electrical systems.
- Ability to perform maintenance, to follow instructions, and to interpret drawings and diagrams.
- Ability to act as Supervisor in the absence of the Electrical Superintendent.
Preferred Qualifications
Seven (7)
years of related experience as a journeyman electrician. Three (3) years of
high voltage experience.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.