High Voltage Electrician

Job Summary

Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community. The High Voltage Electrician performs high voltage electrical work at the journey level by installing and maintaining electrical service ranging from low to high voltage.

Responsibilities and Duties

* Performs specified electrical work; installs, repairs, or maintains transformers, generators, circuit breakers, conduits, and panels; tests electrical circuits; replaces units or parts including wiring, fuses, transformers, coils and switches. * Plans layout installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment; plans new or modified installations consistent with specifications and local electrical codes. * Coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical services. Performs specialized activities including coordinating electrical renovations and performing high voltage electrical work. * Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints, schematic drawings, and specifications ensuring concealed wiring is installed before sketches showing wiring equipment location. * Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components; observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation and/or replacement. * Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials. Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status. * Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the electrical trade. Cleans work area upon completion of project. * Provides guidance and training in high voltage electrica...