Electrical Superintendent

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to lead project management and oversight of electrical systems across campus. The role collaborates with the Associate Director of Engineering to ensure safe, efficient operations for clinical, research, and administrative missions.

The position focuses on coordinating vendors, managing preventive maintenance, and developing electrical safety programs while fostering teamwork and adherence to high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Journeyman Electrician license, as required by state regulations.
• Work Experience: Five (5) years of experience in electrical project work, with special emphasis on low- and medium-voltage electrical system.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical feasibility studies, specifications, proposals, procurement, installation, and project management oversight of contractors.
• Represent the Facilities Management Department in new electrical system design and review.
• Serve as an advisor to departmental management on development, review, and implementation of projects and safety practices.
• Participate in budgeting, scheduling, and completion of maintenance projects involving building electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical Project Management

Vendor and Contractor Coordination

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical Safety Program Development

Budget Administration

Microsoft Office

Leadership and Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

CMMS and SciQuest Software

Job description

Department: FM Maintenance ----- Maintenance & Infrastructure

Position Title: Electrical Superintendent

Job Family Group: Professional Staff

Job Description Summary: The Electrical Superintendent assists in maintaining electrical systems and managing electrical projects associated with the Facilities Management Department, including projects initiated both within and outside the Department. This role supports the Associate Director of Engineering in providing oversight of electrical activities across the entire campus. The incumbent leads project management, vendor coordination, and preventive maintenance functions related to low- and medium-voltage electrical systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable electrical operations that support the Medical Center's clinical, research, and administrative missions.

Job Duties

Project Management

• Assist with electrical feasibility studies, specifications, proposals, procurement, installation, and project management oversight of contractors.
• Represent the Facilities Management Department in new electrical system design and review.
• Serve as an advisor to departmental management on the development, review, and implementation of projects and safety practices relating to the Medical Center's other building systems.
• Participate in the costing, scheduling, and completion of existing and proposed maintenance projects involving building electrical equipment and systems.
• Conduct periodic inspections of projects to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards and timely completion according to contract terms.

Process Management & Improvement

• Provide campus-wide electrical support to maintenance zones and other groups within Facilities Management.
• Assist in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of electrical systems.
• Develop, maintain, and track an electrical safety program for Facilities Management staff and contractors.
• Integrate system additions, modifications, and upgrades to ensure seamless, effective operations.
• Develop and establish internal inspection procedures, including safety considerations, to determine necessary preventive maintenance of building electrical systems.
• Create and enhance operational policies, practices, and procedures to ensure safe, efficient, and effective electrical systems operations and maintenance.
• Recommend changes to existing policies to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Monitor purchases of system upgrades and new systems to ensure proper equipment selection and installation.
• Act as the liaison with contractors and vendors involved in repairs, renovations, and upgrades of electrical systems.
• Manage assigned staff, contractors, and materials to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of projects.
• Participate in budget preparation for building systems operations and maintenance; make expenditure recommendations and assist in determining budget and project priorities to control variances.

Training & Collaboration

• Complete continuous training on system hardware, software, and electrical safety, and apply this training (e.g., switchgear, UPS systems, safety protocols).
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external leaders and managers to achieve mutual benefit and organizational goals.
• Serve as a team member or leader on assigned committees.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Work is performed onsite, five (5) days a week, across KUMC campus facilities. Will require work in mechanical rooms, electrical vaults, rooftops, and other confined or elevated spaces. Exposure to electrical hazards and low- and medium-voltage systems requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). May require lifting and carrying materials and equipment up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. May require responding to after-hours emergencies or working non-standard shifts to support 24/7 facility operations. Will operate 13.8 KV gas switches.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Journeyman Electrician license, as required by state regulations.
• Work Experience: Five (5) years of experience in electrical project work, with special emphasis on low- and medium-voltage electrical system. Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications/Licenses: Master Electrician license. Two (2) year electrical certification from an accredited program.
• Work Experience: Three (3) years of electrical project installation and maintenance experience gained within a health science institution, performing duties consistent with this position.

Skills

• Electrical Project Management
• Vendor and Contractor Coordination
• Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Electrical Safety Program Development
• Budget Administration
• Microsoft Office
• CMMS and SciQuest Software Proficiency
• Leadership and Team Collaboration

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type

Regular Time Type: Full time

Rate Type

Hourly Compensation Statement: The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $70,200.00 - $105,300.00 Minimum $70,200.00 Midpoint $87,700.00 Maximum $105,300.00

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.

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