Lead Electrician: Industrial Systems & Code Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Providence, RI is seeking a permanent Electrician Leader to supervise a 3-Electrician team and oversee complex electrical systems in an industrial/building environment.

The role requires interpreting NEC and local codes, planning layouts, and ensuring high safety and reliability in installations. The position is full-time with a Sunday-Thursday schedule (7:00am–3:30pm) at the VA Providence Healthcare System.

Qualifications

• Interpret and apply NEC, local codes, and organizational standards to ensure compliant installations.
• Plan and lay out complex electrical systems with accurate calculations.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems to restore service.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of electricians (3 workers) and coordinate with other participants.
• Interpret/apply electrical theory to design and troubleshoot tasks.
• Review project plans and provide input to ensure alignment with drawings.
• Operate shop tools and test equipment to minimize repairs and downtime.
• Replace fixtures, outlets, relays, and switches; test circuits after installation.

Skills

Electrical leadership

NEC knowledge

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Industrial electrical systems

Team coordination

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Providence, RI is seeking a permanent Electrician Leader to supervise a 3-Electrician team and oversee complex electrical systems in an industrial/building environment.

The role requires interpreting NEC and local codes, planning layouts, and ensuring high safety and reliability in installations. The position is full-time with a Sunday-Thursday schedule (7:00am–3:30pm) at the VA Providence Healthcare System.