What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician position at Valiant Integrated Services?
Valiant is looking for an Electrician to join our team! In this role, you will performs preventative and corrective maintenance, repair and modification of interior and exterior electrical wiring, including the facility's Essential Electrical System (EES - Life Safety, Critical, Equipment branches), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, normal power distribution, exterior high voltage/low voltage electrical circuits/systems, and equipment associated with electrical components throughout the campus and ensure all work complies with relevant codes and minimizes impact on patient care operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform repair, overhaul, maintenance, and servicing of healthcare facility electrical systems, locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment.
- Testing, installation, repair and maintenance of a variety of electrical equipment, such as emergency generators, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), isolation panels, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs) heating units, conduit systems, or other transmission equipment.
- General knowledge of fire alarm systems and nurse call systems.
- Knowledgeable and skilled in maintaining and repairing exterior and interior electrical wiring and components, adhering to strict safety protocols (LOTO, Arc Flash safety).
- Must have the ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, riser diagrams, and control wiring diagrams that pertain to the electrical systems.
- Must have the skill and knowledge to use all hand and power tools, test equipment and shop machines, aerial booms, and shop machines utilized by the craft.
- Experience in electronic repair and maintenance of fire and security alarm systems.
- Working standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
- Adhere strictly to hospital Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) protocols during all maintenance, repair, and installation activities.
- Coordinate electrical work and shutdowns with facilities management and clinical department leaders to ensure patient safety and minimize operational disruptions.
- Maintain the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces and the workshop, assist the maintenance team, as required, and perform other duties as assigned.
- Respond to electrical emergencies and system failures, troubleshoot effectively, and restore power safely.
- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document all work performed, time/materials used, and compliance testing results.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
- Documented Journeyman level or higher for respective position; or
- Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program for Journeymen Electrician.
- State Electrician’s License (or Master’s).
- High school diploma/GED or higher education.
- Valid driver’s license
DESIRED CERTIFICATION REQIREMENTS:
- Hospital infection control procedures (ICRA)
- Current certification/training in NFPA 70 and 70E.
- NICET Fire Alarm certification (Level I or II)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years of experience as a licensed electrician in a healthcare or similar regulated industrial setting working with essential power systems.
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Experience with multiple manufacturers' generators, ATS, and UPS systems.
- Must be able to pass background check and any health screenings required by the healthcare facility.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors in extreme heat and a full range of climatic weather conditions.
- Work involves entering patient care areas, mechanical/electrical rooms, interstitial spaces, confined spaces, and rooftops.
- Required to wear uncomfortable protective clothing and devices when working with hazardous chemicals and required Arc Flash PPE
- Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including potential use of respirators and adherence to hospital dress codes and infection control attire.
- Subjected to hazardous gases, high pressure gases, hot liquids, dirt, dust, and oil/grease.
- Requires physical dexterity, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting heavy objects to perform duties.
- Must be physically able to work on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, roofs and in cramped equipment rooms and other confined spaces.
- Excessive temperatures ranging from 10°F to 120° F
- Possible exposure to hazardous materials, requiring use of respirators and personal protective safety attire and equipment.
- May require entering confined spaces such as ductwork, pits, and crawl spaces.
- Lifting and carrying varies – dependent on location of equipment up to 30-40ft height.
Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.