{"id":4746,"date":"2024-02-28T11:21:45","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T19:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hr.uw.edu\/comp\/?page_id=4746"},"modified":"2025-05-22T14:52:21","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T21:52:21","slug":"power-plant-electrician-high-voltage","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/v1cypwr8vx2.c.updraftclone.com\/comp\/classified-staff\/power-plant-electrician-high-voltage\/","title":{"rendered":"Power Plant Electrician – High Voltage"},"content":{"rendered":"

UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP<\/strong><\/p>\n

18808 (NE S WFSE Trades)
\n22889 (NE H NI WFSE Trades)<\/p>\n

CLASS SERIES CONCEPT<\/strong><\/p>\n

Perform operating and maintenance work on the University of Washington electrical distribution system on the Seattle campus.<\/p>\n

BASIC FUNCTION<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the University of Washington power plant, perform operating and maintenance work on high voltage generation, control, transformation and distribution systems.<\/p>\n

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Under general supervision, operate, troubleshoot, install, and repair high voltage electrical generation, control, transformation and distribution systems carrying more than 750 volts up to 26,400 volts.<\/p>\n

TYPICAL WORK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Troubleshoot, maintain, operate, and repair underground distribution systems, including voltage transformers, switches, circuit breakers, and other related equipment and apparatus;<\/p>\n

Monitor and operate current converters, voltage transformers and circuit breakers to control and regulate the flow of electricity; isolate and route electrical currents as necessary for maintenance and repair;<\/p>\n

Maintain and keep records of current clearances;<\/p>\n

Prepare high voltage systems to be worked on by contractors, including de-energizing high voltage equipment, installing protective grounds, issuing line clearances, and monitoring procedures utilized by contractors;<\/p>\n

Splice various types of high voltage multiphase power cable; perform straight splices, joints for branch lines, and fittings for terminal connections;<\/p>\n

Install, connect, operate and maintain a variety of electrical equipment including primary power distribution\/transmission cables and equipment, portable engine generators, transformers, and high voltage switches;<\/p>\n

Troubleshoot and repair electrical failures relating to high voltage power cables, transformers, breakers, and other equipment;<\/p>\n

Troubleshoot, test, calibrate and repair protective relay systems in high voltage substations; prepares and implements test plans;<\/p>\n

Maintain and update high voltage electrical distribution system drawings and schematics;<\/p>\n

Perform duties in accordance with safety standards and procedures outlined in WAC 296-45;<\/p>\n

Perform other duties as required.<\/p>\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a lineworker or equivalent<\/p>\n

AND<\/p>\n

Two years working with 2,000 volt or higher electrical equipment at full journey level status.<\/p>\n

Equivalent education and\/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and\/or registration.<\/p>\n

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.<\/p>\n

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY<\/strong><\/p>\n

01\/03\/1973: New Class
\n06\/01\/2005: CSR Class Conversion
\n05\/20\/2016: New Class per MOU with WFSE; Classification specification created from Electrician – High Voltage (job code: 8830), to reflect power generation and distribution work performed in the Power Plant at the Seattle Campus.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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