2 Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058 Jobs in Mobile, AL
University of South Alabama is Hiring a Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058 Near Mobile, AL
Position Number 003058
Position Title Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058
Division Finance and Administration
Department 173740 - Central Utilities
Minimum QualificationsHigh 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 QualificationsJob Description SummaryThe 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
- 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.
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date 03/20/2024
Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsWorking 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
Job Summary
Full Time
Colleges & Universities
$82k-107k (estimate)
03/21/2024
06/11/2024
southalabama.edu
MOBILE, AL
1,000 - 3,000
2008
RICHARD WOOD
<$5M
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About University of South Alabama
The University of South Alabama is a comprehensive, global research and teaching university that provides students a quality education in business, the liberal arts, education, engineering, computing, the sciences and health care. USAs commitment to student success includes small class sizes and hands-on research opportunities in more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degree programs. Students enjoy an outstanding campus experience, with state-of-the-art facilities, a 116,000-square-foot recreation center and more than 200 student clubs and organizations. The USA Jaguars field 17 D...ivision I athletic teams that compete in the Sun Belt Conference. In health care, USA provides students with an exceptional medical education through the colleges of Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health Professions. At the same time, the USA Health System serves the region with advanced and innovative care through the USA Physicians Group, USA Medical Center, USA Childrens & Womens Hospital and the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute.
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