Senior Electrician

Senior Electrician

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Electrician.

Position Details

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States

Division: Administration Physical Plant

Position Type: Staff

Employment Status: Full Time

Grant Funded: No

Salary Range: 29.96 - 31.00

Pay Grade: N11

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

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

1. 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.
2. Substation switching 15KV breakers utilization of the bypass bus system. Operation of the 15KV S&C switches for power distribution on campus.
3. 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.
4. Leads, supervises and performs maintenance and repairs of all outside primary electrical distribution systems to include high voltage systems.
5. 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.
6. 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.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.