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Senior Line Installer I - Facilities Services - UTK

Position Number: 6439835
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Facilities Management

Senior Line Installer I - Facilities Services - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 1885
Job Category: Facilities Services
Posting Date: 02/27/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 2040 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US

Job Description
The Facilities Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operations of all facilities which includes utility, buildings, and grounds systems. The Sr Line Installer assists in the installation, operation, and maintenance of a large high voltage distribution system for the U.T. Knoxville campus. This position provides good customer service to both internal and external customers. They also fill in for the foreman during absences and train other employees as necessary. They inspect equipment on a regular basis in order to maintain the safety of students, staff, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the electrical foreman, this position inspects, maintains, and installs high voltage electrical systems and related components including but not limited to transformers, switches, switch gear, substation, and line work above and below ground.
Make skillful decisions based on knowledge and experience.
This Individual shall be able to make independent decision based on experience and UT standards of operation.
Perform diagnostics, maintain, or repair all electrical HV systems on campus.
Ensure reliable operation of all critical research and laboratory electrical systems distributed to campus buildings.
Interact with students, faculty, staff, and the general public in a courteous, professional, and inclusive manner.
Coordinates duties with crew in the absence of the foreman and instructing them in the use of tools and materials. Assist foreman with duties as lead of crew.
Studies blueprints, taking off materials, inventorying stock, and ordering materials.
Studies technical manuals and equipment information to improve knowledge and understanding of all the campus electrical systems and associated equipment.
Take available classes online and from vendors to stay up to date on the latest maintenance and control strategies and technology.
Complete training to maintain and update skills, to assist contractors, other shops, and to be able to instruct and assist junior personnel in proper procedures and daily work.
Assists with the inspection and repair of outdoor lighting systems and sports facility lighting.
Report job information to supervision including any repairs, issues, deficiencies, and needed parts to correct the assigned problem on lighting and all electrical systems.
Work with other departments and craft disciplines in assisting the completion of reported problems and assignments.
Report any unsafe practices or conditions discovered in a timely manner.
Assist in the preparation of and work special events as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- Vocational or technical training such as an Electrical Apprenticeship and/or electrical distribution
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years' experience in high voltage or as a journeyman in high voltage distribution construction and maintenance techniques. Experience with proper safety requirements and procedures is a must. Experience working in a team atmosphere.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- A good working knowledge of all electrical and distribution system practices.
- A knowledge of industrial electricity and job skills.
- The ability to read blueprints.
- The ability to work on live high voltage and electrical system components when necessary.
- The ability to climb poles, sports lighting poles, and structures.
- The ability to work in confined spaces, under adverse conditions, and in high places.
- Good hand and eye coordination, mechanical aptitude and reasonable intelligence.
- A good working knowledge of high voltage tools, equipment, and machinery.
- The ability to perform hard physical work for long periods; to lift, pull, and, push heavy loads.
- Must have the skill and aptitude for being lead of crew and/or fill in for foreman when needed.
- CPR training and other safety skills as required by OSHA.
Other Conditions:
- Valid Driver's License
- CDL class B or the ability to acquire in 12 months after hire date.

Work Location

University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN Campus
This is an on-site position

Compensation and Benefits

UT market range: MR10
Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
Find more information on UT Benefits here

About the Department

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville's largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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