Electrician (Full Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a qualified Electrician for maintenance and facilities operations. The role involves planning, installing, and repairing wiring, fixtures, and control equipment while complying with local codes.

The position requires a Florida Electrician license, a valid driver’s license if duties demand travel, and 4–7 years of hands-on electrical experience. Training completion within 1 year is expected.

Qualifications

• Florida Electrician license is required.
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on job duties.
• Completion of job-specific utility systems training within 1 year of hire.
• 4–7 years of Electrician experience.

Responsibilities

• Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment.
• Operates testing instruments, such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, growler, battery and buzzer, oscilloscope, and tracer.
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
• Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment using hand tools.
• Inspects completed work for conformance to local building/safety codes requirements.
• Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials and provides access for future maintenance.
• Aids in planning and installation to ensure concealed wiring is ready for future walls/ceilings.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Ammeter

Ohmmeter

Voltmeter

Oscilloscope

Growler

Tracer

Conduit bender

Job description

Job Summary

Plans layout, installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit‑breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Florida Electrician license required.
• Valid Drivers License may be required depending on job duties assigned
• Completion of job-specific utility systems training located at NCHS within 1 year of hire
• 4-7 years of Electrician experience

Qualifications

Job Specific Duties:

• Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment.
• Operates testing instruments, such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, growler, battery and buzzer, oscilloscope, and tracer.
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads.
• Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment using hand tools.
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or systems to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement.
• Inspects completed work for conformance of local building/safety codes requirements.
• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit, using tools, such as hacksaw, pipe threader, and conduit bender.
• Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials and provides access for future maintenance.
• Avoids unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes.
• Prepares sketches displaying location of wiring and equipment or follows diagrams/blueprints; ensuring concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings, and floorings.
• Pulls wiring through conduit helped by general mechanic.
• Connects and splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, using knife or pliers, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps.
• Works on special projects as needed.

Common Duties:

• Maintains accountability by ensuring compliance thru timely completion of licensures, certifications, all competencies, health requirements (PPD, N95, Flu, etc.), and education requirements.
• Maintains accountability and timekeeping expectations as outlined by MCHS Timekeeping and Attendance policy & procedures. Ensures behavior is compliant with communication standards.
• Ensures behavior meets and/or exceeds targeted service scores as measured by the Service Index and/or the internal departmental service survey.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Required to be on-call, to work weekends/holidays, and respond to emergencies when needed
• Able to effectively communicate policies and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by fellow employees
• Able to and willing to develop advanced skills operating tools and equipment appropriate for the position such as cherry picker
• Able to adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions in a pleasant manner
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with customers and co-workers
• Comfortable wearing protective equipment

(EOE DFW)

5/10/17

Job:

Maintenance/Facilities

Department:

FACILITIES-OPERATIONS-2100-834001

Job Status:

Professional