Electrician

Albany Medical College; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 59,066 - 88,599; Full time

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking an experienced Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and nurse call and fire alarm networks across the campus. You will follow blueprints, ensure safety, and coordinate with foremen and supervisors to complete projects on schedule.

The role requires knowledge of National Electrical Codes and NFPA healthcare standards, 4–6 years of related experience, and the ability to work in a dynamic hospital environment with strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• HSD/GED required and relevant electrical field training.
• Experience with low voltage signaling and alarms is preferred.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes and NFPA Life Safety Codes essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair electrical power apparatus and controls across the facility.
• Inspect and service fire alarm and nurse call systems.
• Read drawings/blueprints to plan work and report hours and parts used.

Skills

Electrical codes knowledge

NFPA healthcare codes

Conduit installation

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma/GED

1-3 years schooling in electrical field

4-6 years related experience

Job description

## ElectricianApplylocations: 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 70671Department/Unit:Facility MaintenanceWork Shift:Day (United States of America)Salary Range:$59,066.00 - $88,599.00Installs, maintains and repairs all functions of electrical power apparatus, controls, electrical systems, and equipment throughout the Albany Medical Center. Checks apparatus for safety hazards. Installs and maintains nurse call systems, signaling systems, and fire alarm systems. Installs, maintains, and repairs various types of commercial, industrial, and residential appliances and equipment. Assists other tradespeople to complete projects as required. Assists in snow removal services.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Must be able to plan own work, using drawings, blueprints and/or sketches. Responsible for reporting hours worked and parts used on jobs.* Must be able to run, bend, and anchor conduit.* Knowledge of low voltage signaling and communications systems, alarms including Fire Alarm and Security Alarm.* Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs, and adjusts motors, generators, signal or power equipment, controllers, switches and various types of electrically related equipment.* Troubleshoots and cleans electrical control apparatus.* Assists other shop crafts in troubleshooting electrical systems.* Performs periodic preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.* Inspects, cleans, and maintains electrical distribution equipment, including power distribution vaults and switch gear.* Inspects, tests, maintains and repairs fire alarm systems and other miscellaneous alarm systems.* Inspects, tests, maintains and repairs nurse call systems and other low voltage communications systems.* Runs conduit and cable from source to specified locations.* Moves and installs electrical equipment throughout the Center.* Performs all assigned tasks in a timely and cost effective manner.* Displays a "Customer First Attitude".* Follows AMC policies and procedures and adheres to center safety policies and procedures.* Assists & Cooperates: With other foremen and supervisors to schedule and complete projects according to plan.* Assists: With the training of unit helpers, or new electricians.* Responsible to conduct good housekeeping measures to promote safety.* Responsible to attend asbestos training annually and be part of the asbestos team.* When needed, management reserves the right to assign or reassign all employees.* Assists: The Director of Facility Maintenance in all emergencies.**Qualifications*** High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required* 1-3 years of schooling in electrical field - required* 4-6 years of related experience - required* Must have an excellent working knowledge of National Electrical Codes, NFPA Healthcare Codes, NFPA Life Safety Codes.**Physical Demands*** Standing - Constantly* Walking - Constantly* Sitting -* Lifting - Constantly* Carrying - Constantly* Pushing - Constantly* Pulling - Constantly* Climbing - Constantly* Balancing - Constantly* Stooping - Constantly* Kneeling - Constantly* Crouching - Constantly* Crawling - Frequently* Reaching - Constantly* Handling - Constantly* Grasping - Constantly* Feeling - Constantly* Talking - Frequently* Hearing - Frequently* Repetitive Motions - Constantly* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly**Working Conditions*** Extreme cold - Occasionally* Extreme heat - Occasionally* Humidity - Occasionally* Wet - Occasionally* Noise - Frequently* Hazards - Frequently* Temperature Change - Occasionally* Atmospheric Conditions - Occasionally* Vibration - FrequentlyThank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Please be aware for the safety and security of our colleagues and patients all new employees are required to successfully complete all applicable federal, State and institutionally mandated pre-employment screening requirements including:* Relevant Background Check(s)* Drug Screen* PPD / Tuberculosis Test* Reference Check* Applicable vaccinationsAlbany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.