Lead Electrician- 40 Hours

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Lead Electrician to oversee, test, and install electrical systems across the medical center and related buildings. The role requires scheduling, training staff, and coordinating with contractors, with on-call duties including nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate has a MA electrical license, 5–10 years of healthcare electrician experience, and proficiency with blueprints and hospital codes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with vocational training/electrical apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts State Electrical License and CEPSS-HC certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Able to read blueprints and electrical schematics; knowledge of hospital codes.
• 5–10 years of licensed electrician experience, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shutdowns, repairs, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Work with contractors/engineers on renovations and equipment updates.
• Submit electrical permits with the Town of Burlington as needed.
• Schedule on-call electricians for off-hours coverage.
• Train and supervise junior electricians; ensure safety and QC/QA.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical schematics

Massachusetts license

Code compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Electrical apprenticeship

NFPA CEPSS-HC certification

Job description

## Lead Electrician- 40 HoursApply: Lahey Clinic: Full time: Posted Today: JR104713**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.**Under the supervision of the Assistant Director Plant Operations, oversees, maintains, tests, and installs all electrical systems throughout the medical center and other ancillary buildings. Performs and assigns preventive and corrective maintenance orders, as required. Oversees the day-to-day operation of the electrical shop, conducts training for and QC/QA the work of the other electricians in the department. This position requires ability to work nights and weekends, as needed, along with on-call responsibilities. Monday-Friday 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM On-call required Night and weekend availability as needed**Job Description:****Essential Duties & Responsibilities** *including but not limited to:*1. Coordinates the shutdown, repairs, and maintenance of electrical systems in conjunction with the Assistant Director Plant Operations, department managers and contractors.2. Works closely with electrical contractors and engineers with the design of electrical systems for renovations or updating equipment to meet NFPA and established specifications.3. Submits application for the electrical permits as needed with the Town of Burlington.4. Schedules on-call electricians for required off-hours coverage.5. Evaluates and schedules work requests with requesting departments to meet needs of institution.6. Coordinates and performs the shutdown and re-energization of the electrical main feeder from NSTAR to main switchgear with minimal disruption to Lahey’s operation.7. Trains maintenance personnel in electrical matters, i.e. load center operation, electrical safety to meet established educational requirements.8. Assigns work to the electricians to meet priorities and established objectives.9. Determines and orders supplies as needed to perform required duties and maintain adequate inventory.10. Incorporates **Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles**, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.11. Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.12. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.13. Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.14. Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.15. Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.16. Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.17. Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.**Minimum Qualifications:**Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Vocational/Trade School courses, 4-year electrical apprenticeship.Licensure, Certification, Registration: Current Massachusetts State Electrical License. NFPA CEPSS-HC certification or the ability to acquire within one year of employment.Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Able to read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics. Proficiency in all skills required for State Licensure. Knowledge of relevant hospital systems, building codes, and plant layout. In the absence of any of these skills, demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational standards.Experience: 5-10 years working as a licensed electrician, preferably in a healthcare institution.**Pay Range:**$43.45 - $58.48The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.