Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Mobile, ALABAMA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Position Number 003058
Position Title Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems - 003058
Division Finance and Administration
Department 173740 - Central Utilities
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, ten years of medium voltage electrical experience with power distribution systems, certificate of competency as a Journeyman Electrician with the City of Mobile Board of Examiners, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance under the University of South Alabama.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s department of Central Utilities is seeking to hire a Superintendent, Electrical Distribution Systems. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions


These are the job duties required of the position.


Essential Functions
  • Investigates and identifies problems related to electrical distribution system power quality.
  • Develops and implements solutions that correct power quality issues.
  • Performs preliminary job costing for construction, maintenance, and operations.
  • Works closely with engineering and contractors to ensure compliance with National Electrical Codes and job specifications.
  • Conducts condition survey of electrical power systems at all campuses.
  • Develops a long range plan to ensure reliable systems in the future.
  • Assists as needed in emergencies concerning electrical distribution.
  • Supervises all work done by contractors to install, repair, and maintain the medium voltage electrical distribution systems.
  • Conducts high potential testing, megging of motors and troubleshooting of control centers.
  • Develops and maintains various medium voltage switching sequences of main campus feeders supplying normal power and distribution of emergency power.
  • Works closely with Safety and Environment Compliance Department to identify electrical safety issues.
  • Conducts electrical service inspections and authorizes service release of University properties to Alabama Power Company.
  • Monitors electrical loads on campus and recommends additional ways to serve the loads under emergency conditions.
  • Performs substation maintenance to include relays, high potential testing, transformer oil analysis and TTR testing.
  • Performs maintenance and repair of vacuum switches and maintenance of medium voltage switch gear with SF6 gas.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, specifications, system software programs, schematics and operational manuals.
  • Identifies color coded electrical wires; monitors and manages maintenance and preventative maintenance of fire detection/alarm system as performed by University employees and/or vendors.
  • Reviews fire detection/alarm systems and makes recommendations for upgrades and replacements as appropriate.
  • Monitors and manages location of underground utility systems on University property as performed by University employees and/or vendors utilizing the latest technology to include ground penetrating radar (GPR), RF Pipe and cable locators.
  • Monitors and manages maintenance and preventative maintenance of engine driven stationary, standby and emergency electric generators and automatic transfer switches, related auxiliary equipment and fuel systems.
  • Manages, maintains and operates the building power metering system to: monitor power consumption, record consumption data, create usage reports, identify power delivery issues and create power consumption utility bills.
  • Assists Central Utilities employees with issues that may arise within the mechanical systems.
  • Assist Project Management with ongoing campus construction projects.
  • Reviews and approves invoices for payment.
  • Writes bids for acquiring materials and services.
  • Transports supplies and/or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Climbs ladders and scaffolding.
  • May work in closed areas of extreme hot or cold temperatures.
  • May perform work outdoors in inclement weather.
  • Travels to various sites using a University vehicle.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
  • Related duties as required.

Posting Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 03/20/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days Monday - Friday
Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Location Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time Full Time
Regular or Temporary Regular


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