Electrical Systems Process Control Lead

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health care benefits

Commuter programs

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking an Electrical Systems Process Control Lead to supervise journeyman electricians, provide technical guidance, and ensure high reliability of building electrical systems. The role includes developing scopes for contracted work, coordinating field activities, and advancing electrical standards across campus.

The incumbent will train staff, assess performance, and stay current with evolving electrical technologies, applying MS Office and Google tools for reporting and

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in electrical systems design, troubleshooting, and safety compliance.
• Ability to lead and train staff; provide technical guidance as a SME.
• Familiarity with electrical code interpretation and project scope development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct journeyman electricians; provide training and inspections.
• Develop work scopes for contracted work and coordinate field activities.
• Assist with design, renewal, and standards for electrical systems.
• Install, commission, operate, and maintain electrical building systems; troubleshoot and train staff.
• Provide cost estimates for systems and modifications; review staff performance.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Staff training

Project coordination

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Google Docs/Sheets

California Driver's License

Job description

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES

Stanford University is one of the world’s leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought—preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus.

Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&DE has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R&DE provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&DE provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&DE strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.

“Students (Customers) First” is R&DE’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&DE’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”

R&DE’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&DE is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.

This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.

JOB PURPOSE

Under general supervision, lead, direct the work of journeyman electricians, provide technical guidance in the performance of this work. Provide training to staff, perform work quality and scope completeness inspections; keep abreast of technology changes within the industry, serve as a technical resource and train staff on evolving technological advances in this field. Perform the work of a journeyman Electrician as assigned.

Function as electrical technical resource and subject matter expert for other trades, such as, capital projects scope development, project managers, campus committees related to electrical issues—electrical capacity needs, emergency power, campus conversion to electrical appliances and equipment moving away from natural gas.

Employees at this level have advisory authority over other employees and are expected to exercise independent judgment on final decisions regarding the quality or quantity of work produced by such employees.

CORE DUTIES

• Under the general direction of and reporting to the Assistant Director of Electrical Systems, the Electrical Systems Process Control Lead provides leadership, direction, compliance in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operations of building electrical systems and advises, assists with the development of strategic plans to further improve the effectiveness and reliability of electrical systems and corresponding electrical construction standards.
• Provide guidance, training, oversight, and perform work in all facets of electrical systems.
• Develop work scopes for contracted work; provide field coordination, work quality oversight for contracted work related to building access systems.
• Assist with development of electrical systems design, renewal, future selection criteria, development of systems standards, operational processes and goals.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of electrical building systems; perform troubleshooting and provide troubleshooting guidance and training to staff.
• Assess staff work quality and timeliness providing staff performance feedback to the Assistant Director for Electrical Systems.
• Assist with evaluation of electrical systems options, systems standards / explanation of standards. Provide system operation training to staff. Provide cost estimates for systems, system installations, modifications.
• Keep current with evolving technology in the electrical building systems field providing recommendations for specific systems in specific applications, systems upgrades, existing systems replacement with appropriate justification.
• Keep current with applying computer software and tools to the electrical systems including MS Office such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Office such as Google Docs, Sheets, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

Five years’ experience performing the characteristic duties described at the Building Access Systems Process Control Lead level. Demonstrated experience in performing advanced level work in electrical systems design, troubleshooting, maintenance, electrical code interpretation, electrical safety compliance at the Process Control Lead level or combination of relevant education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• In addition to the qualifications required for the Process Control Instrumentation Specialist, the Process Control Instrumentation Leader classification requires that employees be highly skilled in the tasks they direct and be able to solve task-related problems.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions and communicate those instructions to others.
• Must be familiar with site environmental and safety rules, regulations, and requirements.
• Must be familiar with the code requirements related to work in assigned responsibility areas/trades
• May be required to have demonstrated ability to write clear diagrams, operating instructions, and manuals.
• Provide expert level technical guidance to colleagues at all levels on electrical issues, troubleshooting, project scope development.

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid California Class C Non-commercial Driver’s License.

Preferred

• California Licensed Electrician
• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Contractor’s license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License.
• Frequently stand/walk, sitting, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, scrub/sweep, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh greater than 40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including Holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• May perform work on elevated surfaces, in confined spaces and noisy environments, and/or around high voltage electricity and other hazards.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, heavy metals, asbestos, and/or radiation or electromagnetic fields.
• May be required to be on call 24/7.
• Required to wear appropriate uniform.
• Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed.

WORK STANDARDS

When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/ and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/hr-processes-policiespolicies/labor-relations-collective-bargaining.

The expected pay for this position is $61.76 (Step 1) per hour.

Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Internal candidate rates will be applied based on the CBA language for promotion and transfer.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Why Stanford is for You

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.