What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Electrician, Facilities position at Forrest City Medical Center?
Electrical Systems
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including lighting, outlets, panels, switches, transformers, and emergency power systems. To include high and low voltage systems.
Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and documentation for generators, transfer switches, and essential electrical branches
Diagnose electrical failures and complete corrective repairs in compliance with NEC, NFPA, and hospital standards
Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
Facilities Maintenance Technician Duties
Perform general facilities maintenance including:
Minor carpentry and door/lock hardware repairs
Ceiling tile replacement and wall protection installation
Minor plumbing repairs (leaks, fixtures, drains) within scope of training
Assist with HVAC support tasks such as filter changes, thermostat checks, equipment monitoring, and reporting irregularities
Conduct routine building inspections and report deficiencies
Respond to routine, urgent, and after-hours work orders as assigned
Safety, Compliance & Infection Control
Follow OSHA, NEC, NFPA, CMS, and hospital safety policies
Comply with Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) requirements for all work activities
Use proper PPE and follow lockout/tagout procedures
Secure work areas to protect patients, staff, and visitors
Participate in Environment of Care (EOC), Life Safety, and emergency preparedness rounds
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid state electrician license (Journeyman, per state requirements)
Minimum of 3 years of commercial, institutional, or healthcare electrical experience
Demonstrated experience performing general facilities maintenance technician duties
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and time-management skills
Preferred Experience
Hospital or healthcare facilities experience
Familiarity with Joint Commission, CMS, NFPA, NEC, and Life Safety Code standards
Experience with emergency power supply systems (EPSS)
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds
Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working overhead
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
Exposure to electrical hazards, dust, noise, and cleaning chemicals
Work Environment
Hospital patient care and non-patient care areas
Indoor and outdoor environments
On-call, evenings, weekends, and emergency response may be required
Experience
Required- 3 year(s): Demonstrated experience performing general facilities maintenance technician duties Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and time-management skills
- 3 year(s): Minimum of 3 years of commercial, institutional, or healthcare electrical experience
Licenses & Certifications
Required- L-AR- Journey Electrical
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