Job vacancy Electrical Technician - Clarendon Health Services

Clarendon

OrganisationSouthern Regional Health Authority, JamaicaReferenceVAC-48352Contract TypeFull-TimeIndustriesInstallation, Maintenance & RepairLocationClarendonSalary & Benefits$1,984,305 - $2,668,670 per annumDate Posted31/01/2024Expiry Date16/02/2024Reporting to the Parish Administrative Officer/Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for performing highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting work involved with the health centres electrical systems.

 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma from a recognized accredited institution in Electrical Installation or any other area in Electrical Works 
• A minimum of (2) years’ experience in Electrical Installation 

Or  

• National Vocational Qualification - level III certification in Electrical Installation (preferably from NCTVET), and three years’ work experience in an acute hospital or large commercial/residential operation. 
• Certification in Boiler Management and the operations and maintenance of generators would be an asset 
• Possession of a reliable motor vehicle is an asset 

 

Specific Knowledge and Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Jamaica Building Electrical Codes and or codes of practice for Building
• Construction and infrastructure works 
• Specialized knowledge to analyze and solve complex problems 
• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and methods, materials, tools, equipment, and systems Inspection of, identification, and knowledge of all electrical distribution systems (24- 440 volts) Good time management skills 
• Good oral communication and human relations skills 
• Possess good work ethics 

 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Install, service, and repair lighting fixtures, electrical panels, outlets and wiring.
• Repair electrical equipment or appliances by troubleshooting problems, replacing worn parts, switches, fuses, and rewiring electronic motors. 
• Install conductors, splice cables, build terminations and does necessary hook-up for primary power lines. 
• Install, repair, and service specialized electrical equipment and machinery following manufacturer’s instructions and safety precautions. 
• Transferring primary power from one power source to another. 
• Operating power hand tools and other specialized equipment. 
• Maintain, review, and establish effective utilization of maintenance log.
• Containing cost by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options. 

 

 

 

 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

1 May, 2024 (4 days left)