High-Voltage Electrician: Power Plant Maintenance

Inside Higher Ed; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,133 - 56,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A higher education institution in Columbia, SC, is seeking a skilled Electrician for high voltage system maintenance. This full-time position involves installation, repair, and oversight of safety compliance for electrical systems. Candidates must have a technical background, preferably with over 2 years of experience in high voltage systems. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires job-related accreditation from a technical school or applicable skilled trades program and 2 or more years of experience.
• Confined Space certification preferred.
• Licensed in SC as a General Contractor with a Public Electrical Utility Endorsement High Voltage Electrician required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high voltage electrical systems and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Install, repair, and maintain high voltage distribution systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on high voltage equipment.

Skills

Strong knowledge of high voltage distribution systems

Electrical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read blueprints

Leadership and problem-solving skills

Education

Job-related accreditation from a technical school

High school diploma

Job description

A higher education institution in Columbia, SC, is seeking a skilled Electrician for high voltage system maintenance. This full-time position involves installation, repair, and oversight of safety compliance for electrical systems. Candidates must have a technical background, preferably with over 2 years of experience in high voltage systems. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.