ELECTRICIAN

The Scripps Research Institute; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health, dental, vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Free on-site parking

Job summary

The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, CA, seeks an Electrician to maintain, install, alter, and repair electrical systems across the institute’s facilities. The role requires a strong background in electrical work and a completed Apprenticeship, with at least four years of experience.

You will collaborate with facilities staff, contractors, and vendors, interpret blueprints, and document work in our CMMS. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant experience preferred.
• Completion of an Electrician Apprenticeship is required or equivalent training.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related electrical experience and knowledge of codes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, alter, and repair electrical boards, panels and related distribution hardware, motors, control centers, transformers, switch gear, wiring, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Test equipment for safety and efficiency; inspect circuits for proper grounding and shielding.
• Respond to emergencies, power failures, and electrical malfunctions; coordinate shutdowns as needed.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine installation or repair requirements; coordinate with facilities staff and vendors.
• Record hours, CMMS entries, and manage basic labor/material estimates; order supplies.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrician Apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS software

Hand tools

Job description

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. Scripps Research encompasses two elite and highly innovative institutes, the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and Scripps Research Translational Institute, which merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

POSITION TITLE: Electrician

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Electrician, reporting to the Facilities Supervisor, performs a wide variety of activities to support the electrical demands of the institute including maintaining, installing, altering, and repairing electrical systems and subsystems used for generation, distribution, and utilization of electric energy for Scripps Research facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Maintain, install, alter, and repair electrical boards, panels and related distribution hardware, motors, motor control centers, transformers, switch gear, wiring, receptacles, lighting, fire alarm systems, dedicated circuits for sensitive equipment and freezers, and power systems drives.
• Test equipment for safety and efficiency. Inspect circuits and wiring for appropriate shielding and grounding.
• Respond to emergency calls, power failures, overloaded circuits, electrical malfunctions, broken electrical equipment, and other problems.
• Analyze problems and takes corrective steps to repair or replace equipment, as needed, including coordination of electrical shutdowns;
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to determine installation or repair requirements.
• Interact with facilities personnel, utilities, contractors, and consultants to evaluate, plan and coordinate work.
• Estimate labor and materials costs for work requests. Orders supplies and maintains stock inventory.
• Perform routine work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, as assigned.
• Accurately record daily hours worked and time spent on individual tasks.
• Work daily with the Facilities Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software.
• May perform related tasks and work of other Facilities department personnel, as required or assigned.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.
• Completion of an Electrician Apprenticeship.
• Minimum of 4 years of directly related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical, building and fire codes with general knowledge of building construction techniques.
• Knowledge of materials applications, proper use of tools, safety practices, and techniques.
• Requires professional interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• Ability to evaluate mechanical and electrical systems for coordination with other facilities staff.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, with or without accommodation, up to 50 pounds, use hand power tools, and work under time constraints.
• Requires valid driver license issued from the state in which the position is located.
• May be required to participate in facilities call-back or off hours interruptions.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $40.00 to $55.00/hourly, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

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