Iowa State University

High Voltage Electrician I

Ames, IA, USPosted 2 months ago

Job Description

Position Title

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High Voltage Electrician I Job Group: --------------

Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: ------------------------------------

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED
  • Six years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship, of which two years must be working with high voltage (over 600 volts) or successfully completed the site-specific high voltage training program for the High Voltage Electrician I.

Job Description

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Are you an experienced High or Medium Voltage Electrician looking for a great career move with a consistent work that fosters work-life balance? Step up to a role where your journey-level skills can make a real impact! We’re seeking a skilled professional to join our team, installing, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage electrical distribution systems (5kV to 15kV). Generous benefits starting from Day 1 All holidays off Opportunity to work on a dynamic team that’s committed to maintaining a safe, efficient, and thriving campus environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • State of Iowa Electrical license or other applicable electrical certifications
  • Journeyman lineman three-phase electrical trade experience
  • Experience installing and maintaining medium voltage system equipment up to 15,000 volts
  • Experience splicing/terminating medium voltage cables
  • Experience working on underground electrical systems and in confined spaces
  • Experience using high voltage electrical system testing and diagnostic equipment

About the Role

Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting medium-voltage distribution systems, including transformers, generators, switchgear, and control systems. Repairing and calibrating equipment like circuit breakers, relays, substation gear, and more. Leading on safety protocols, coordinating outages, and generating switching procedures. Conducting power system tests and using tools like phase meters, hi-potential testers, an...

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