The OHSU Electrician provides skilled, journey-level technical support for periodic testing, corrective maintenance, minor modifications and updates of the OHSU electrical infrastructure. Typical duties include performing system maintenance and repairs, performing simulated electrical outage testing, providing electrical support for equipment maintenance and documenting results.

 

The position is also responsible for supporting various other electronic systems such as power metering, fire alarms, specialized equipment alarms, power plant operations, and engine-driven generators. The work will be performed in all OHSU owned and designated leased buildings both on and off the Marquam Hill campus. This position reports to the Utilities and Energy Manager.

• Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, corrective repairs, and necessary modifications of the electrical infrastructure systems and related components. Provide documentation of the work performed as required by internal policies and regulatory agencies.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical infrastructure systems. Conduct periodic testing of EPSS (emergency power supply systems) battery backup lighting, , and lighting inverter systems documenting results of all testing. Replace batteries, lamps, lamp holders, and ballasts as needed keeping accurate records of maintenance and corrective work done to these systems. Program, maintain, and repair, mechanical and electronic lighting controls.
• Maintain Lighting control systems for interior and exterior lighting in patient room, research labs, conference rooms, class rooms, and public spaces.
• Respond to Campus electrical emergencies
• Other duties as assigned.

Possession of one of the following Oregon Electrician's Licenses appropriate to the work to be performed:

• General Supervising Electrician License
• General Journeyman Electrician License
• Limited Journey Manufacturing Plant License
• Limited Supervising Manufacturing Plant License

Working Conditions

Working conditions for this position may include any of the following: Working outside in inclement weather, environments containing dust, odor, high levels of noise, high temperatures, and exposure to dirt, biological, chemical, or radiological hazards. In addition, you may be required to crawl into small, cramped spaces, work from ladders, scaffolds, or other above ground locations including high, sloping roofs, working around moving machinery and in confined spaces.

 

This position requires, walking, standing, bending, and stooping for extended periods of time. Must have the ability to lift and carrying objects that weigh up to 50 pounds. Employees are required to use all applicable OSHA approved safety apparatus when working around any hazardous condition or environment.

 

Benefits

• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation - up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave - up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Childcare service discounts
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.