Line Technician II

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

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

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  Construct, operate, maintain, and repair the university's electrical power systems, including both underground and overhead lines.
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  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.
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  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.
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  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 escalate 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• Commercial driver's license Class A.
• NC Commercial Drivers License Class A, within 60 days of hire.