Electrician
About The Position
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Performs skilled work in installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and circuitry. Performs inspections, testing and preventative maintenance of electrical and other equipment. Provides other facility maintenance.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED with required years of experience or Technical School Diploma in related field
- 3 years experience as a commercial electrician or Less than 1 year with Technical School Diploma
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints
- Ability to determine causes of operating errors
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of electrical systems, electrical codes, and safety regulations
- General knowledge in electrical control, communication and power distribution systems
- DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania
Nice To Haves
- 3 years electrical experience in a hospital setting
Responsibilities
- Provides maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and components, including but not limited to wiring, lighting, nurse call, fire alarm, pneumatic tube, intercom, etc.
- Troubleshoots to identify hazards or malfunctions and repairs or replaces damaged parts and equipment.
- Maintains system integrity by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring, insulated cables, cleaning circuits; ensuring breaker and panel labeling, spare breakers in the "off" position, panels locked.
- Performs testing and inspections and maintains records for emergency back-up systems as required by NFPA and The Joint Commission.
- Performs preventive maintenance as needed.
- Responds to trouble calls, work requests, and emergency situations.
- Performs minor maintenance of plumbing, mechanical equipment, HVAC, systems, structures and other general maintenance.
- Assists department colleagues of all trades.
- Utilizes the CMMS work order system and documents time and work completion in a timely manner.
- Maintains inventory and acquires parts as needed to perform repairs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
