Critical Hospital Electrician 1st Shift

Jjwws; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) seeks an Electrician to perform skilled electrical work, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining systems in a critical healthcare environment. You will respond to emergency issues affecting patient care areas, medical equipment, and essential building systems, ensuring NEC, NFPA, Joint Commission, and WRNMMC safety standards are met.

The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with other trades, and documenting PMs and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of electrician experience in commercial, industrial, or healthcare facilities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, troubleshooting, and repair methods.
• Experience with 480/277V, 208/120V, and 24V control systems.
• Ability to work in a mission-critical environment where outages impact hospital operations.
• Background screening for federal installation access.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical systems up to 480V three-phase.
• Diagnose and repair lighting systems, panels, transformers, motors, disconnects, relays, and breakers.
• Maintain and repair emergency power systems including generators, ATS, UPS, and emergency lighting.
• Provide electrical support for critical hospital systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate with HVAC, plumbing, and controls trades to complete repairs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical distribution systems

Reading blueprints

Documentation and reporting

Urgent maintenance response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Maryland Journeyman Electrician License preferred

Tools

Multimeter

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) seeks an Electrician to perform skilled electrical work, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining systems in a critical healthcare environment. You will respond to emergency issues affecting patient care areas, medical equipment, and essential building systems, ensuring NEC, NFPA, Joint Commission, and WRNMMC safety standards are met.

The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with other trades, and documenting PMs and