Electrical Worker - Facilities

Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking an Electrical Worker to provide assistance with electrical fixtures ensuring proper functionality. This position will be in support of the Uniformed Services University Facilities department. The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine.

We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals. Maintains and repairs electrical wiring, controls, equipment and fixtures. Repairs or replaces broken wiring, burned out or inoperable switches and relays, tightens connections and fittings, replaces light fixtures and burned out bulbs and fluorescent tubes.

Works from jo layouts, blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams and instructions provided by a higher grade craftsman. Assists in maintenance and repair of complex systems, circuits, panels and control boards. Utilizes a wide variety of test equipment and instruments such as test lamps, voltometers, ammeters, polarity testers, etc.

, to locate malfunctions. Installs, maintains and repairs a wide variety and large volume of electrical motors, generators, fans, sterilizers, lamps and various medical and laboratory equipment. As an essential function of this position, the technician is required to participate in a scheduled on-call rotation. During assigned on-call periods, the employee must remain accessible by phone or other designated communication methods and be prepared to respond to and resolve technical, maintenance, or operational issues.

This may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and other hours outside the employee's regular work schedule. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED. Minimum of 3-5 years experience required. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the location and operation of switches, circuit breakers, fuses, relays, outlets and panels. Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams related to the above types of systems and fixtures. Skills in removing and replacing fixtures and controls, making repairs such as tightening connections, insulating bare wire and soldering leads.

Ability to use test equipment and hand and power tools. Advanced knowledge of modern, state-of-the-art electrical practices. Knowledge of the National Electrical Code for electrical installations. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job. Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier I Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs. Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects. Operating motor vehicles, machinery, and/or power tools. Work Environment This position will take place primarily in administrative and research settings.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $29.33 - $46.83. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more. Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.