High Voltage Electrical Specialist, EPD [Bargaining Unit]

SLAC Job Postings

Position overview :

The Facilities & Operations Division is a service organization committed to the support and success of the Laboratory's Scientific Mission by providing safe and responsive engineering, construction, operations and maintenance of equipment, buildings and infrastructure. The Electrical Power Department within the Facilities & Operations Division is seeking an Electrician Specialist ¿ High Voltage. Under general supervision, the Electrician Specialist ¿ High Voltage performs journey level and high voltage electrician work involved with the installation, maintenance, operation and repair of the electrical substations, electrical distribution systems, over current protection testing, troubleshooting, installation, replacements and controls, as well as general low voltage utility controls. Assignments can be received in the form of work orders, blueprints, sketches, verbal instructions or employees may be expected to schedule their own work, determine work priorities. The position will also diagnose problems independently and determine the appropriate method and procedures needed to complete the work. Working with the team Lead and co-workers, the Electrician Specialist ¿ High Voltage is expected to ensure that the work specifications conform to Facilities and Operation¿s Electrical Power Department standards, procedures and policies.

Your specific responsibilities include:

• Operates within controlled access areas, such as substations, that are restricted from entry by unauthorized personnel.
• Works on high voltage power distribution systems 600 Volts AC and above.
• Splices and terminates high voltage cables using manufacturer and hand tape methods.
• Performs switching and maintenance in substations, switchyards, pad mounted equipment and in underground vaults.
• Responds to power outages during off-hours on a callback basis.
• Troubleshoots and repair faulty equipment.
• Test and repairs short-circuits, grounds and troubleshoots high voltage street light circuits.
• Installs new equipment, including conduit, wire, cable, pull boxes, transformers etc for repairs and alterations in high voltage systems.
• May be responsible for plans and schematic reviews with written reports to the Systems Manager for his/her review.
• May assist the System Manager in overseeing contractors, ensuring safety regulations are being followed.
• Coordinates work to ensure the maintenance and integrity of the high voltage system.
• Follows Electrical Power Department¿s procedures for scheduling system outages.
• May work with the Lead person to order materials needed for work.
• May provide guidance to other technicians and/or apprenticeship program participants.
• Ensures that safety rules are followed.

The duties listed above are designed to provide a representative sampling of key tasks and/or responsibilities associated with the job. They are not intended to be a complete list of all the duties performed by employees in the classification.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Completion of recognized apprenticeship program or equivalent education and/or experience for journey level electrician required.
• Relevant experience with high voltage equipment (600 AC Volts and above) and low to medium voltage equipment & repair.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of high-voltage electrical theory and practices sufficient to plan work independently on power distribution equipment.
• Understanding of and willingness to comply with, electrical and work safety procedures including National Electrical Code & CAL-OSHA Standards.
• Ability to handle tools of the trade (testing tools, amp meters, recording devices, etc.)
• Must be able to read metering schematic, wiring, installation diagrams, etc.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and make repairs on faulty equipment and perform new installations of high voltage equipment and electrical systems.
• Ability to operate standard and automatic transmission vehicles and high lift truck.
• In addition, preferred requirements include:
• Experience with VLF cable testing and Medium Voltage Breaker testing & troubleshooting and repairs.
• Experience with testing Over Current Protective Relays in accordance with manufacturer¿s specs while applying NETA Standards.

Certifications and licenses:

• California State Electrical Certification, preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial driver¿s license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid.

SLAC employee competencies:

• Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships: Builds respectful relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Work Standard:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University¿s Administrative Guide,
• As an organization that receives federal funding, SLAC and Stanford University have a COVID-19 vaccination requirement that will apply to all university employees, including those working remotely in the United States and applicable subcontractors.
• As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

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• Classification Title: Electrician Spec-High Voltage
• Grade: A43 Job code: 8375
• Employment Duration: Regular/Continuing

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

The expected pay range for this position is $60.28 (Step 1) - $72.84 (Step 10) per hour. Placement in the range is subject to the applicable Collective Bargaining Unit. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.