High Voltage Electrician

High Voltage Electrical Distribution Technician As a High Voltage Electrical Distribution Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient electrical distribution systems that serve Duke’s facilities and community. You’ll work hands‑on in a collaborative environment where technical expertise, safety, and continuous learning are essential. Minimum Qualifications Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Received First Aid and CPR training. Received training on the use of a portable fire extinguisher. Received training on fire safety. Received training on OSHA standards for lockout/tagout procedures. Received leadership training. Experience Must have 3 years of experience in a high‑voltage environment or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. What You’ll Do Install, modify, maintain, and repair high‑voltage electrical equipment and circuits, including wire, conduits, ducts, transformers, switches, switchgear, and protective devices in facilities such as electrical substations, vaults, pole lines, underground systems, and related electrical distribution components. Perform allied construction work, including installation of telephone vaults and conduits, pulling cables, trenching, and backfilling for street and traffic light installations. Carry out duties related to the construction of underground duct systems, including excavation, placement of precast manholes or vaults, duct installation, concrete placement, shoring or sheeting, backfilling, and landscaping. Conduct periodic preventive maintenance on electrical distribution equipment and associated circuits. Provide technical guidance and direction to lower‑level employees. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described. What You’ll Bring Basic knowledge of electricity and high‑voltage circuit identification and application. Familiarity with electrical equipment and component identification. Understanding of manhole and duct bank safety. Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and one‑line diagrams. Ability to troubleshoot street light circuits. Proficiency in using a bucket truck, line truck, cable trailer, wire puller, and trencher. Knowledge of lighting control installation. Experience with cable pulling for power and telephone systems. Ability to install street lighting equipment and duct banks. Ability to perform preventive maintenance on electrical distribution equipment and circuits. Path to the Next Level Ability to splice and terminate high‑voltage cables. Ability to install transformers, switches, and electrical meters. Ability to test cables and high‑voltage equipment. Demonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively under pressure. Knowledge of master switching procedures. Training in multimeter and test equipment use. Advanced safety training in high voltage, low voltage, and street lighting work. Electrical license or department certification. Six years of experience in a high‑voltage environment. Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now and help keep Duke powered safely, reliably, and efficiently—today and into the future. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Nearest Major Market: Durham Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo. #J-18808-Ljbffr