Journeyman-Electrician

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for the smooth, reliable operation of electrical systems at Renown, including maintenance and repair of power, lighting, meter controls, and related electrical systems and equipment.

Nature and Scope:

The major challenges to this position are performing inspections or repairs with a minimum of down time or interference with staff or patients; and determining accurate diagnosis of problems in malfunctioning equipment or systems.  Other related duties and overtime may be required.

This position has the authority to determine, within department policies, procedures and guidelines, what is in need of repair or replacement while troubleshooting faulty equipment; the safety status of equipment or systems; to shut down equipment for maintenance after coordinating with affected department (s); and the operational capabilities of equipment.  All other decisions must be referred to the Director, Manager or Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1.             Can actively support Renown Health’s Standards of Conduct.

2.             Knowledge of Renown, local, state and national electrical codes required.

3.             Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical diagrams.

4.             Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

5.             Knowledge of electrical safety requirements and procedures.

This position doesn’t provide direct patient care.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Minimum Qualifications:  Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education:

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.

Experience:

Completion of formal apprenticeship program preferred.  Minimum five years at journeyman electrician level required.  Previous electrical experience on medium voltage generators and switch gear, motor control centers, substations, transformers, automatic transfer switches and electrical distribution systems required. Three years experience in a hospital environment preferred.

License(s):

Must obtain a valid City of Reno Journeyman Electrician license within 30 days of hire. 

Valid State of Nevada or California Driver's license and ability to pass Renown Health's Department of Motor Vehicle Report criteria.

Certification(s):

None.

Computer / Typing:

Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc