North Carolina State University: Line Tech II

ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a highly motivated Utilities Line Technician II to maintain and improve the university's electrical power system across multiple campus locations. You will support power distribution, perform preventative maintenance, and collaborate with a team to ensure reliable campus operations.

The role emphasizes safety, technical precision, and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks in varied outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with six months of electrical experience, or an equivalent training/experience.
• Proficiency in electrical safety practices and procedures is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, operate, maintain, and repair electrical power Systems on campus.
• Perform maintenance on underground and overhead lines across multiple campuses.
• Inspect systems to determine maintenance needs and priorities.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues with diagnostic tools and software.
• Ensure safety practices to prevent injuries and hazards.

Skills

Electrical safety

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Line Truck

Job description

Organization

North Carolina State University

Job Summary

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
  Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
  And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Primary Purpose of Position

Join NC State’s Utilities and Engineering Department, where your expertise helps power a thriving campus community. We’re seeking a dedicated and skilled Utilities Line Technician II to help maintain and enhance the University’s electrical power system, supporting over 2,000 acres of facilities, classrooms, and research spaces.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient power distribution across all NC State campuses. If you take pride in technical precision, problem-solving, and teamwork, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the daily life and operations of the Wolfpack community.

Primary Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Construct, operate, maintain, and repair the university’s electrical power systems, including both underground and overhead lines.
• Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and facilities across all campuses (North, South, Central, CVM, Arboretum, Stadium, and Centennial).
• Operate, maintain, and repair campus emergency generators.
• Maintain and repair campus street and area lighting systems.
• Construct and install power system components, equipment, and facilities to deliver electric service to new and existing buildings.
• Inspect systems to determine maintenance needs and establish repair priorities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues using diagnostic instruments, including Fluke meters, voltmeters, and power meters, as well as computer tracking software.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards related to electric shock, falls, burns, and chemical exposure.
• Plan and execute daily work activities efficiently to meet department objectives.
• Operate specialized equipment, including a line truck, as required.
• Collaborate with other power distribution electricians and elevate complex issues to a supervisor or team lead as needed.
• Lift and transport materials weighing up to 90 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations and perform a wide range of physically demanding tasks in varied outdoor environments, ensuring safe handling practices and maintaining productivity in varying weather and terrain conditions.

Knowledge Technical

• Completing scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance work on underground and overhead systems, facilities and equipment located on North , South, Central, CBC, Arboretum, Stadium area, and Centennial Campus’.
• Constructing and installing power system components, equipment and facilities to provide electric service to new and existing buildings and other similar facilities on each campus.
• Maintaining and repairing campus street and area lighting systems on campuses.
• Percentage Of Time 20%

Equipment Operation

• Position is required to use measurement and monitoring instruments such as flute and other name brand analysis instruments. These monitoring devices include voltmeters, ohmmeters, power meters and computer tracking software.
• They may also be required to use larger equipment used in power management systems. This equipment may include a Line Truck.
• Percentage Of Time 20%

Safety and Health Compliance

• Employee wears and utilizes all safety equipment to prevent injury such as hard hats, safety glasses, protective gloves, et.al.
• Position identifies safety hazards that could cause death or injury to themselves or others. Examples of injuries would be electric shock, falls, cuts, chemical or toxic burns and burns.
• Position is required to attend related safety training.
• Percentage Of Time 30%

Problem Solving

• Position troubleshoots and resolves more moderate problems using the analysis tools listed in item #3 above along with the elementary deduction tools necessary to conclude remedy required to return the affected systems to normal.
• Percentage Of Time 20%

Leadership

• Assist other power distribution electricians in assigned tasks as directed.
• Plan daily activities and makes sure they are completed in the proper timeline.
• They are required to resolve issues with a minimum level of complexity. They address larger issues with their supervisor or a team lead.
• Percentage Of Time 10%

Other Work/Responsibilities

• This position has been designated as essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.
• This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Job Requirements

Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Does the regular and recurring schedule of this position result in the employee working more than ½ of their hours between 4 pm and 8 am? (Meal periods do not count). No

Minimum Experience/Education: High school diploma or equivalency and six months of electrical experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Maintains required certification(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of underground and overhead electrical power distribution systems in a utility, commercial, industrial, or campus environment.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical safety practices and procedures, including hazard recognition, lockout/tagout, fall protection, and safe operation around energized equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems using diagnostic tools such as voltmeters, power meters, and computerized maintenance or tracking systems.
• Experience operating specialized utility equipment, such as line trucks, lifts, or related power distribution equipment, in compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute work independently and as part of a team, with clear communication and coordination to meet operational and emergency response needs.
• Required License or Certification
• NC Commercial Drivers License Class A, within 60 days of hire.
• Valid NC Driver’s License required? Yes
• Commercial Driver’s License Required? Yes
• Physical Required? No
• List any other medical/drug tests required
• Mandatory Hire and Random Drug Testing for CDL

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