Journeyman Electrician

The journeyman electrician performs routine and preventive maintenance to include: operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems and other similar tasks on a wide variety of low and high voltage electrical and electronic equipment and systems Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of a wide variety of low and high voltage electrical and non-medical electronic equipment and systems for both existing facilities, new acquisitions and those under renovation, and includes equipment that is either fixed or portable. May be called upon to perform the work of other maintenance personnel or to assist in the completion of their work to include Senior Plant Operators, Operating Engineers, Senior Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Mechanics, Technicians, General Mechanics, Plumbers, Carpenters, Sheet Metal Workers, Masons, Plasterers, Painter, etc. Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include: emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, repairs and adjustments, and other similar tasks

Responsibilities:
* Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of fixed and portable electronic equipment and systems to include communications systems, security systems, fire detection and alarm system, audio/visual equipment, computers, HVAC controls, solid state relays, DDC and PLC Controllers, electronic testing equipment, nurse call systems, and other similar equipment.
* Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of high voltage electrical and emergency equipment and systems to include electrical switchgear, transformers, primary electric and substation equipment, electric motors, emergency generators, emergency lighting systems, and other similar type equipment.
* Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements and installations of electrical equipment and systems to include wiring, conduit, junction boxes, relays, switches, starters, receptacles, breakers, panel boxes, fixtures, electric motors, disconnects, motor control centers, lighting systems, major and minor appliances, electrically powered tools and equipment, battery and DC systems, and other similar type equipment
* Performs routine and preventive maintenance on fixed and portable electronic equipment and systems to include communication systems, security systems, HVAC controls, life safety systems, audio/visual equipment, electronic testing equipment and other similar type equipment.
* Performs routine and preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems to include switchgear, breakers, panel boxes, relays, transformers, emergency generators, emergency lighting systems, motor controllers, powered tools and equipment, battery systems and other similar type equipment.
* React to emergencies and serve as a one person department during evenings and weekends.
* Perform maintenance and repairs on all hospital electrical equipment and distribution systems including high voltage (13.2 KV) systems and equipment.
* Repair and maintain hospital electromechanical equipment, i.e., refrigerators, sterilizers, ice machines, kitchen appliances, range / stove / cookers, electric beds, carts / tables / poles, hanging fixtures, light fixtures, and plumbing systems.
* Repair and maintain automatic doors and locks.
* Repair and maintain complex systems including normal and emergency electrical power systems, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, nurse-call, pneumatic tube systems, etc.
* Troubleshoots, repairs and perform maintenance on electrical circuits and equipment including electrical panels, starters, controls, lamps and fixtures.
* Installs electrical circuits and electrical fixtures.
* Inspect patient and public areas around the hospital for environmental safety.
* Accomplish and document preventive maintenance.
* Assemble and install new furniture, fixtures and equipment.
* Order stock and maintain repair parts inventory.
* All the duties and responsibilities assigned to the position of Maintenance Mechanic or General Mechanic.
* Perform other related duties and special projects as required.

Other information:
WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 4 years related experience Required.
* At least 5 years related experience Preferred.
* High Voltage 13.2 KV experience and troubleshooting Required.

EDUCATION
* High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training beyond high school Required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Journeyman Electrician license Preferred.
* Master Electrician Preferred.

About us

Children’s Health values the role each member of our team plays in helping us make life better for children. We employ more than 7,500 people and provide rewarding career opportunities that help them reach their highest potential.
We also hold Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for nursing excellence, we serve as the primary pediatric teaching facility for the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and we are widely recognized for delivering high quality care.
Children’s Health has also been named one of the 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare for nine consecutive years.
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Benefits
Children’s Health offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for learning and career development. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, and our team members have a voice in their work through surveys and town halls.
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