Electrical System Reliability Technician

Full-time

Baltimore, MD

Educational Services

About the position

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is seeking an Electrical System Reliability Technician to join Department of Operations and Maintenance - High Voltage shop. Under general supervision, the selected candidate performs operation, testing, evaluation, analysis, maintenance and repairs of electrical utility distribution systems, energy conservation systems, and other critical building systems and components to assure the availability, reliability and continuity of facilities operations and services. May lead and train others in the completion of this work. This job is typically found in an academic support or research environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains critical systems reliability through the use and application of test and analysis instruments to include thermographic imaging, vibration analysis, ultrasonic detection, precision alignment, electrical signature and motor analysis instruments.
• Operates, tests and maintains high voltage electrical equipment to include 15kv air-switches, dry and liquid filled transformers, thermal and electronic trip circuit breakers, distribution and safety equipment, wiring, ducts and conduits.
• Tests with appropriate technique, tools and instruments, analyzes and interprets data from circuit breaker, insulation and contact resistance, control relay and transformer turns ratios testing. Adjusts, repairs or coordinates repair of deficiencies noted from testing.
• Performs testing, maintenance and repairs to emergency power generation, switching and distribution controls and equipment to include the repair of both mechanical and electrical components.
• Installs, maintains and repairs motors and motor controllers, including soft-starts and variable frequency drives, from fractional horsepower 120 volt motors to those served by high voltage. Ability to troubleshoot and have a good understanding of control wiring.
• Prepares technical reports and project scope with regard to systems reliability, deficiency identification, repairs recommendations, maintenance recordation, and systems availability and readiness employing data, imaging and analyses collected through system testing.
• Reads and interprets blue prints, schematic drawings and specifications.
• Prepares estimates of time, labor and materials necessary to maintain systems reliability.
• Provides guidance and training to others, may lead special projects and monitor the performance of contractors working on assigned building systems and components.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED. Approved Apprenticeship preferred.
• Six years in related work.
• Comprehensive knowledge and skills of the principles of high voltage electricity and the practices, tools, instruments and techniques employed in reliability centered maintenance of critical building systems and components.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the electrical trades; of National Electric Code; and of the mathematics required to record, analyze and report on systems condition.
• Thorough knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and practices, motor control systems, emergency power generation and distribution systems, energy conservation practices and systems, and other critical building infrastructure and life safety systems.
• Skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of critical building equipment and systems; in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade; in the use of thermographic imaging equipment, in the use of other test and analysis tools to include ultrasonic, precision alignment, vibration analysis, motor analysis, electrical signature analysis and in using computers and related software to analyze and diagnose utilities system problems.
• Ability to read and explain manufacturer recommendations and technical specifications and drawings regarding maintenance, and operation of building systems and components; to prepare written reports; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to provide direction and training to mechanics and other maintenance personnel; to use computers for analysis and reporting of system operations; assist in the preparation of detailed project scope requirements and to monitor the performance of contractors supporting installation, modifications and repairs to critical building systems; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Professional learning and development programs
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
• Generous paid leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year
• 15 paid holidays
• 3 personal leave
• Unlimited accrual of sick time
• Time for community service
• Participation in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire