Lead Electrician: Facility Systems & Troubleshooting

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flex. 3

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital is seeking an Electrician I to lead maintenance of electrical systems in a major facility. You will install, test, repair and replace lighting, power circuits, alarm systems and motors, ensuring compliance with local, state and national codes and directing other mechanics and helpers.

The role requires a technical school diploma and at least five years of electrical experience, including leadership in installations and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus five years of progressively more responsible experience as an electrician, including at least three years leading installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine preventive maintenance on motors, transformers, emergency generators, batteries, lighting, panels, alarm systems and other electrical/electronic equipment.
• Responds to electronic trouble calls throughout the facility.
• Inspects, tests, and repairs electrical systems and components in HVAC, clock, and pneumatic tube systems.
• Reads blueprints, diagrams and equipment specs.
• Installs, repairs, and replaces electrical circuits and equipment including motors, conduits, switches, outlets, wiring panels, fuses, and insulators.
• Conducts periodic inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working condition using meters and testing lamps.
• Performs load analysis and may install new distribution systems with transformers and circuit interrupters.
• Makes emergency electrical repairs and troubleshoots malfunctions.

Education

Technical school diploma

Job description

University Hospital is seeking an Electrician I to lead maintenance of electrical systems in a major facility. You will install, test, repair and replace lighting, power circuits, alarm systems and motors, ensuring compliance with local, state and national codes and directing other mechanics and helpers.

The role requires a technical school diploma and at least five years of electrical experience, including leadership in installations and maintenance.