Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems

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

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work. PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year. Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date. Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity. After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary. Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents. Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment. Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner. Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free. Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.