at NorthShore University Health System in Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States
Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Shift: 7am to 3:30pm M-F, some afterhours and weekend as needed
Trade School or Military Training in the electrical trade required with proof of completion of course. A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a healthcare environment as an electrician required. Able to work independently without supervision, trouble shooting, repairing, installing new, demo of old electrical systems. Experience working with 12K and 4140 volt systems recommended. A full understanding of lighting, isolated power systems, automatic transfer switches, transformers, UPS systems, and Data Center Power systems, double ended Switchboards, and Motors Starters/VFDs as related to of hospital electrical systems required. Able to troubleshoot low voltage systems such as Nurse Call Systems, paging/intercoms, lighting controls and relays, fire alarm and CCTV systems as needed. Experience with emergency standby and co-generation generators a must.
Reporting to the Lead Electrician, the Electrician provides services to the hospital with regard to testing, repair, and installation of electrical/electromechanical equipment, devices, and power distribution systems
REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:
Responds to and follows through on work orders pertaining to electrical work. Investigates and corrects disruptions to power or lighting. Repairs inoperative lighting systems including ballast, starter, socket, relay, or switch replacement; rewires fixtures and reconfigures switch legs; installs and/or modifies light fixtures, switch legs, equipment hard wire installations, temporary power hookups, dedicated lines, high amperage lines, and additional power receptacles.
Performs various electrical repairs on appliances, including food warmers, food dispensers, toasters, refrigeration units, ice machines, buffers, vacuums, exam lamps, x-ray viewers, etc.
Performs initial troubleshooting for problems with Nurse Call, intercom, television, and paging systems; repairs Nurse Call controls; replaces defective stations or assemblies; installs and/or modifies paging speakers, volume controls, local and area-wide paging networks, special requirement Nurse Call controls, and local and remote alarm status indicators.
Performs initial troubleshooting for problems with hospital automated control systems including timed security access devices, parking lot gates, overhead motion sensors, presence detectors, outside light timers, and remote alarm indicators.
Investigates potentially hazardous situations which may be related to or effect electrical power including reports of burnt odors, sparking, flooding, random disruption or reduction of power, and equipment malfunction due to electrical interference.
Determines, in conjunction with building engineers, causes and solutions to electrical problems related to motor condition, sizing, protection, and cycling.
Provides assistance, as necessary, to outside contractors, manufacturer service representatives, architects, and engineers, etc. to expedite job completion; contacts manufacturers to identify parts or assemblies required for repairs/installations; identifies items needing restocking or special order.
Performs routine periodic testing of hospital emergency power systems including automatic transfer switches and the electrical operation of the emergency power generators. Ensures proper operation of the emergency power system during hospital wide power outages.
Assists with campus snow removal.
Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
The ability to perform electrical repairs, modify existing electrical installations, and install new electrical components and/or systems.
The analytical skills necessary to investigate and troubleshoot electrical problems.
The ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical specification sheets.
KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE/REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of a certified program in Electrical Maintenance and Construction, trade school, union or military program.
Experience as an electrician working in a Hospital environment. Thorough knowledge of electrical theory, practice, troubleshooting, constructionand local,state andNational Electrical Code compliance.
Basic knowledge of electronic circuits relating to control, PLC control, nurse call, speaker paging systems, fire alarm and building automation systems.
Knowledge of 12K medium voltage, Co-gen and Emergency Powersystems a plus but not required.
What you will need:Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner... For full info follow application link.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
