Electrician 1 - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services seeks a skilled Electrician to provide essential services at Clarks Summit State Hospital. This role involves maintaining electrical systems, responding to emergencies, and ensuring safety standards are met. Join a dedicated team and advance your career in a supportive environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Pay increases

Paid leave and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in electrical systems installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled tasks according to standard electrical practices.
• Check and maintain electrical equipment and systems.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies to prevent injuries.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Maintenance

Repair

Education

Electrician Trainee Program

Equivalent Experience

Job description

THE POSITION

Do you have experience installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, or equipment? The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Clarks Summit State Hospital, Facility Services Department, is looking for a skilled, self-motivated Electrician. In this role, you will utilize your electrical skills to provide vital services to hospital patients and staff. Join our team of professionals and advance your career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

An Electrician 1 performs skilled tasks according to standard electrical practices and the National Electrical Code, covering all electrical equipment, systems, and fixtures in the facility. Responsibilities include checking pump motors, compressors, related controls, lubricating, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment. You will handle lighting across the facility, install conduit, switchgear, and controls, locate and fix power failures and shorts, and upgrade or install electrical panels and wiring as needed. The role requires responding swiftly to emergencies to prevent injuries and reporting any issues to your supervisor.

Further details about this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Rotational weekends and on-call holidays (12-person rotation)
• Telework: Not available for this position
• Travel required as needed
• Overtime as needed
• Shift work: No
• Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases
• Excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, and career advancement opportunities

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the Electrician Trainee program (or equivalent), or
• Four years of experience in electrical systems installation, repair, and maintenance, or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

Special Requirement:

• Valid license as a journey-level electrician issued by Pennsylvania

Other Requirements:

• Meet PA residency requirements
• Able to perform essential job functions

Legal Requirements:

• Pass background investigation
• Undergo medical examination after conditional offer
• Comply with the Older Adult Protective Services Act, including criminal background checks

How to Apply:

• Provide relevant experience and education details on the application; resumes and cover letters are not reviewed
• Attach transcripts if claiming education to meet minimum requirements
• Submit application by the closing date; late applications are not accepted
• Failure to follow application instructions may disqualify you

Veterans:

• Veterans' preference available; details at PA employment website

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711

If accommodations are needed for an interview due to a disability, discuss this with the interviewer in advance.

The Commonwealth values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Application and supplemental questions serve as the exam; no separate written test required
• Your score depends on the completeness and accuracy of your application
• Only one application/test per posting
• Results sent via email