Electrical Technician - Full Time, 1st Shift

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center in Findlay, OH seeks an Electrical Technician to operate, maintain, and repair electrical systems and building infrastructure under the supervision of the Manager of Facility Services. The role emphasizes safe, reliable electrical service delivery and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining circuits, switchgear, and motors; applying the National Electric Code; and supporting patient care environments by

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with 5 years of related experience.
• State of Ohio Fire License or progress toward license.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow manuals and drawings.
• General knowledge of HVAC and fire alarm systems.
• Thorough knowledge of hand and power tools and testing instruments.
• Working knowledge of electricity and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work any shift, fixed or rotated.
• Valid driver’s license; obtain Ohio license within 30 days if residing in Ohio.
• Must meet fleet policy and insurance requirements to operate a vehicle.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to address age-specific patient care needs as required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to BVHS policies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develops processes to ensure continual delivery of electrical services.
• Install/maintain high and low voltage circuits and related components.
• Maintain 480 volt emergency switchgear and electrical motors.
• Oversee and install various electrical components across facilities.
• Apply knowledge of the National Electric Code in daily tasks.
• Operate computerized building monitoring systems and tools.
• Perform small appliance repairs as needed.
• Maintain communication systems as required.
• Assess and maintain hospital architectural structures for safety.
• Respond to emergencies, codes, fire and disasters.

Skills

Math & reading manuals

Interpersonal skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing instruments

Wiring & connectors

Bus/switchgear knowledge

Job description

$2,500 Sign On Bonus!

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

The purpose of an Electrical Technician is to perform a variety of duties in and around the Health System facilities and properties to operate, maintain, and repair equipment and physical structures under the direction of the Manager of Facility Services or his designee.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Duty 1: Adheres to BVHS's policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Duty 2: Develops processes and procedures to ensure continual delivery of electrical services to BVHS.
• Duty 3: Ability to service / maintain electrical equipment but not limited to the following:
  • Install / maintain high voltage circuits
  • Install / maintain low voltage circuits
  • Working knowledge of all types of electrical motors
  • Able to size wire and connectors
  • Maintain 480 volt emergency switch gear
  • Oversee and install various electrical components
  • Working knowledge of National Electric Code
  • Understanding and applying computerized building monitoring systems
  • Small appliance repair
  • Operate tools specifically used in electrical field.
  • All other related systems as required
• Duty 4: Achieves two competency evaluations from Facility Services Associates to enhance the development of qualified individuals.
• Duty 5: Ensures all Facility Services Associates are trained on new electrical equipment or changes in procedures.
• Duty 6: Performs electrical, and mechanical duties as required.
• Duty 7: Maintains communication systems as required.
• Duty 8: Assesses and maintains architectural structure of the hospital.
• Duty 9: Ensures a safe and comfortable environment for patient, staff and visitors.
• Duty 10: Accepts and responds to emergencies, codes, fire, and disasters.
• Duty 11: Performs related accountabilities responsibilities as required or directed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education with a minimum of 5 consecutive years' experience in related field required.
• Holds a State of Ohio Fire License or will achieve fire license. Maintains skill level with appropriate training and uses various methods to ensure continual improvement.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow instruction manuals, including drawings and parts lists.
• General knowledge of HVAC systems and fire alarm systems.
• Thorough knowledge of hand/power tools and testing instruments.
• Working knowledge of electricity and mechanical equipment.
• May be required to work any shift, fixed or rotated and days off may be fixed or rotated.
• A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver's license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state).
• You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy and insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing. The individual must be able to lift up to seventy-five pounds and reach work above the shoulders. The associate must have appropriate eye-hand coordination. This associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range. The individual must have appropriate verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

This position is classified 'at risk' for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)