DSHS FTAA Electrician

Full Job Description

We are hiring Journey-level Electricians. You will be a member of the Maintenance and Operations Division (MOD) team responsible for the electrical systems at the Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health in Tukwila!

You will perform skilled installation, maintenance, and repair work on electrical equipment and systems. You'll have a stable, fixed day shift schedule of consistent work, Monday – Friday with weekends off. You'll work with an interesting blend of old and new technology, working on a variety of equipment.

The work that you do safeguards the resources needed to care for and support our clients. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you will have a chance every day to grow, enjoy the work you do, and help us in our mission.

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

How much do you currently pay out of pocket for benefits?
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

• Medical and dental plans for you and your family
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and holidays
• Retirement plans
• Paid safety equipment and tools
• Paid training
• Click the Benefits tab for more information on our benefits package

Some of what you'll do:

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair wiring/cables, connections, distribution/instrument panels, and circuits
• Install, adjust, inspect, and maintain electric motors and equipment.
• Replace bearings and motor or generator parts, and perform emergency generator testing.
• Operate equipment and machines.
• Contact vendors and suppliers concerning equipment, materials, and parts.

We're looking for someone with:
Current Washington State EL01 license and one year of experience as a journey-level certified electrician.

Desired:
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical trade; electrical codes; and safety precautions.
• Ability to work from blueprints, plans, and sketches.
• Ability to estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs.

Questions? Please email grant.grady@dshs.wa.gov and reference 00002
To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Additional Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social & Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.



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