Electrician

Electrician - ATAMMC (1st Shift)

General Summary

Performs a variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy.

This is a full-time, regular, non-lead Electrician position supporting maintenance operations at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC). The position is assigned to 1st shift and is covered by the IUOE Local 99 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Installation and repair of a variety of electrical equipment, such as generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, or other transmission equipment.
• Working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications.
• Locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment.
• Working standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment.
• Use of a variety of electrician's hand tools, and test & measurement instruments.
• Requires rounded training and experience, usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship, licensed Journeyman or Masters.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces.
• Assists others as part of the maintenance team as required and performs other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Must have a Master Electricians license, and be able to interact with hospital staff and government officials and be capable of working different aspects of hospital maintenance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer software programs to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook required.

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.