High Voltage Electrician - Substations & Troubleshooting

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a skilled Utilities High Voltage Electrician to test, maintain, repair and operate campus electrical systems, including substations and distribution networks. The role requires Master Electrician licensure in Kentucky and hands-on experience with high voltage equipment.

The position involves performing design, installation and testing during construction, ensuring safety and compliance while supporting outages and emergency responses across the campus.

Qualifications

• Licensed Master Electrician in Kentucky.
• Minimum: 4-year apprenticeships, completing 144 hours of technical training; and 2,000 hours of on-the-job training + 6 years trade or field experience.
• Experience with high voltage electrical systems and knowledge of national electrical codes is required.
• Ability to operate off scissor lifts, aerial lifts and ladders.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and operate high voltage electrical systems including transformers, substations, and distribution equipment.
• Prevent and/or repair campus-wide outages and support construction activities.
• During renovations, design, install and test high voltage equipment and wiring; run conduit and terminate power and control circuits.
• Interpret schematics, prints, and instructions for high voltage applications; diagnose problems and implement improvements.
• Provide technical guidance or training for apprentices and journeymen voltage electricians and ensure safety compliance.

Education

Master Electrician License – Commonwealth of Kentucky

Tools

MS Windows/Office

KRONOS

SAP

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a skilled Utilities High Voltage Electrician to test, maintain, repair and operate campus electrical systems, including substations and distribution networks. The role requires Master Electrician licensure in Kentucky and hands-on experience with high voltage equipment.

The position involves performing design, installation and testing during construction, ensuring safety and compliance while supporting outages and emergency responses across the campus.