Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058

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Company: University of South Alabama

Location: Mobile, AL 36695

Description:

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number
003058

Position Title
Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058

Division
Finance and Administration

Department
173740 - Central Utilities

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, ten years of medium voltage electrical experience with power distribution systems, certificate of competency as a Journeyman Electrician with the City of Mobile Board of Examiners, and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance under the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama's department of Central Utilities is seeking to hire a Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions
  • Investigates and identifies problems related to electrical distribution system power quality.
  • Develops and implements solutions that correct power quality issues.
  • Performs preliminary job costing for construction, maintenance, and operations.
  • Works closely with engineering and contractors to ensure compliance with National Electrical Codes and job specifications.
  • Conducts condition survey of electrical power systems at all campuses.
  • Develops a long range plan to ensure reliable systems in the future.
  • Assists as needed in emergencies concerning electrical distribution.
  • Supervises all work done by contractors to install, repair, and maintain the medium voltage electrical distribution systems.
  • Conducts high potential testing, megging of motors and troubleshooting of control centers.
  • Develops and maintains various medium voltage switching sequences of main campus feeders supplying normal power and distribution of emergency power.
  • Works closely with Safety and Environment Compliance Department to identify electrical safety issues.
  • Conducts electrical service inspections and authorizes service release of University properties to Alabama Power Company.
  • Monitors electrical loads on campus and recommends additional ways to serve the loads under emergency conditions.
  • Performs substation maintenance to include relays, high potential testing, transformer oil analysis and TTR testing.
  • Performs maintenance and repair of vacuum switches and maintenance of medium voltage switch gear with SF6 gas.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, specifications, system software programs, schematics and operational manuals.
  • Identifies color coded electrical wires; monitors and manages maintenance and preventative maintenance of fire detection/alarm system as performed by University employees and/or vendors.
  • Reviews fire detection/alarm systems and makes recommendations for upgrades and replacements as appropriate.
  • Monitors and manages location of underground utility systems on University property as performed by University employees and/or vendors utilizing the latest technology to include ground penetrating radar (GPR), RF Pipe and cable locators.
  • Monitors and manages maintenance and preventative maintenance of engine driven stationary, standby and emergency electric generators and automatic transfer switches, related auxiliary equipment and fuel systems.
  • Manages, maintains and operates the building power metering system to: monitor power consumption, record consumption data, create usage reports, identify power delivery issues and create power consumption utility bills.
  • Assists Central Utilities employees with issues that may arise within the mechanical systems.
  • Assist Project Management with ongoing campus construction projects.
  • Reviews and approves invoices for payment.
  • Writes bids for acquiring materials and services.
  • Transports supplies and/or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Climbs ladders and scaffolding.
  • May work in closed areas of extreme hot or cold temperatures.
  • May perform work outdoors in inclement weather.
  • Travels to various sites using a University vehicle.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
  • Related duties as required.


Posting Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
03/20/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days
Monday - Friday

Working Hours
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location
Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time

Regular or Temporary
Regular

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