Electrician Supervisor

Salary/Position Classification

• $74,000 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The Electrical Shop Supervisor is primarily responsible for supervising the daily operations of Electrical Shop in the Facilities Management Department at the University of North Dakota.

This position is responsible for managing the installation and maintenance of the campus electrical systems. Electrical systems include the primary medium voltage campus infrastructure as well as building infrastructure and equipment electrical systems. This position is key in coordinating the electrical functionality with campus departments and within Facilities Management. The position requires analyzing electrical equipment as it relates to electrical systems; overseeing the repair of electrical systems; estimating electrical systems for installation; maintaining appropriate documents database files, archives and as-built drawings; ordering related parts and equipment; identifying, researching and selecting technologies or systems to support the campus electrical system long-range plan; providing technical support and training to operators and technicians; writing and implementing procedures for electrical systems; and supervising full-time staff and temporary help. This is an on-call position and is subject to 24 hour call-backs on a rotating schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Determine resources available, manage 24/7 workload and schedules
• Evaluate personnel needs, request hires, perform interviews, and hire candidates; assess and write Performance Management Plans (PMPs); provide performance feedback and development to employees
• Determine need and oversee request/ordering of essential equipment, tools and parts; perform inventories and maintain assets
• Oversee the organization and maintenance of appropriate shop documents, database files, archives and as-built drawings
• Assure employees follow safe work practices by reviewing and monitoring daily tasks and techniques
• Evaluate and develop effective Preventive Maintenance (PM) and deferred maintenance plans; oversee implementation
• Recommend and create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance
• Evaluate shop training needs, develop plans and use approved SOPs to provide hands-on training to technicians/student hires
• Plan and schedule developmental training for employees to improve appropriate skillsets
• Ensure employees compliance with all applicable policy and procedures
• Efficiently manage all resources to include reviewing and approving technicians’ time entries for accuracy
• Coordinate with other supervisors as needed; escalate issues to management/administration and recommend possible solutions
• Participate in facilities continuous improvement program; identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve productivity and spare parts management/just-in-time supply
• Establish standards and set the example for crew
• Other duties, as assigned

Project Management and Inspections

• Coordinate projects and maintenance with other university departments, Facilities Management trades, contractors and customers
• Frequently review all shop WOs, determine priorities and plan for completion; review accuracy and close out completed WOs
• Inspect/review completed work assignments and projects performed by technicians/contractors performing building maintenance
• Review blueprints and specifications for Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) for design standard compliance and provide feedback to the mechanical design team
• Recommend changes to design standards, when applicable • Prepare/submit estimates for labor and material for in-house projects using existing templates; order parts/supplies as necessary
• Utilize contractors when applicable and confirm workmanship meets UND blueprint/specifications, budgets and timing
• Reduce reactive by increasing proactive maintenance through increased use of PMs and predictive maintenance methodologies; perform analysis of failures to prevent recurring problems - (Essential)

General Campus Maintenance and Oversight

• Oversee the installation and maintenance activities for the campus electrical systems
• Install, retrofit and maintain electrical systems as per written and/or verbal directives and per blueprints/schematics.
• Analyze electrical equipment as it relates to campus electrical systems
• Provide contingencies for the reliability and redundancy of campus electrical systems
• Coordinate electrical systems functionality with other departmental units within Facilities Management end work with technicians and operators in those areas to facilitate the use and understanding of the campus electrical system
• Works with medium voltage equipment to include transformers, switches and wire
• Oversee an electrical preventive maintenance program
• Oversee the thermal imaging testing of electrical mains, switchgear, and panel boards
• Identify, research, and select technologies or systems to support the campus electrical system long-range plan
• Ensure code compliance and proper methods and procedures are being followed
• Obtain required electrical wiring certificates
• Assist in identifying energy saving products and practices
• Ensure energy management processes and procedures are followed
• Assist in managing daily electrical load demands and electrical co-generation

Required Competencies

• Requires the ability to interact and communicate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a diverse workforce.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and follow directives.
• Ability to comprehend and follow directives.
• Requires sound decision making skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology/Construction(Electrical) OR minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience
• Working knowledge of medium voltage and building electrical systems
• Master Electrical License valid in North Dakota, or obtain within six months of employment.
• Must hold City of Grand Forks Electrical Contractor license or obtain within six months of employment
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in an electrical or facilities environment
• Experience in an institutional or campus environment
• Proficiency with CMMS systems (Computerized Maintenance Management System – work order management, asset tracking, maintenance scheduling)
• Experience in coordinating and managing contractors
• Experience with thermal imaging and FLIR software
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook