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Line Installer II - Facilities Services - UTK

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jun 2025

About the role

The Facilities Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operations of all facilities which includes buildings, grounds, and utility systems. The Line Installer II assists in the installation, operation, and maintenance of a large high voltage distribution system for the U.T. Knoxville campus. Inspects electrical equipment on a regular basis in order to maintain a reliable electrical system that provides for the safety of students, staff, and the general public as they come in contact and use the campus electrical facilities. This position provides good customer service to both internal and external customers.

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.
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.
Studying blueprints, taking off materials, inventorying stock, and ordering materials.
Study 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. Be available to take classes not on campus.
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.

Required Qualifications

Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid TN CDL Class B Driver's License
Experience:
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in high voltage or electrical distribution system construction and maintenance techniques or one-year experience with formal training.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Must possess or have the ability to acquire a good working knowledge of all electrical and distribution system practices.
- Must have a knowledge of industrial electricity and job skills.
- The ability to read blueprints or plans and procure necessary materials.
- The ability to work on live high voltage and other electrical system components when necessary.
- The ability to climb utility poles and sports lighting poles and structures.
- The ability to work in confined spaces under adverse conditions and in high places. The ability to perform hard physical work for long periods; to lift, pull, and push heavy loads as necessary.
- Must have good hand and eye coordination, mechanical aptitude, and reasonable intelligence needed for decision making.
- A good working knowledge of high voltage tools, equipment, and machinery.
- Must have or be able to acquire CPR training and other life safety skills as required by OSHA or other regulatory agencies.
- The ability to work with others in a cooperative manner to complete work, with or without direct supervision.
Other Conditions: Be available for overtime and emergency response if needed to support campus electrical systems and prevent interruptions of service.