Electrician - Building Operations & Maintenance

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Monitors, installs, tests, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and equipment in a commercial building operations setting. The role requires following electrical codes, manuals, and specifications; diagnosing electrical problems; interpreting blueprints and diagrams; testing circuits and equipment; and inspecting systems for hazards, defects, needed repairs, and code compliance. The electrician also provides customer service and communicates with clients to support satisfaction and safety. A valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance are required. The employee must pass the hospital’s motor vehicle background inspection, meet insurance eligibility and driving qualifications, complete required training, and maintain eligibility under the hospital’s insurance guidelines. The work involves high-voltage systems and indoor and outdoor environments, including dirt, dust, grease, unpleasant weather, loud noises, hot areas, and confined spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a certified electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent work experience.
Five years of experience in commercial building operations, including training and experience in motor controls and troubleshooting control circuits.
Working knowledge of the National Electric Code.
Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements.
Pass the required motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility review, driving qualifications, and training, and maintain qualification under the hospital’s insurance guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in electrical, electro-mechanical, or electronics.
Certificate of Completion from an Electrical Apprenticeship program.
State of Ohio Electrical Contractors License.
State of Ohio Fire Alarm License.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain electrical systems and equipment in accordance with electrical codes, manuals, and specifications.
Diagnose and repair electrical problems in a commercial setting.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine electrical system layouts.
Test electrical systems and circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components for hazards, defects, needed adjustments or repairs, and code compliance.
Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients to ensure satisfaction and safety.