Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

 

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 

Job Summary

Services, maintains, repairs, cleans, test, adjusts, removes, constructs and operates electrical systems, equipment, machinery, control systems, UPS systems, emergency power systems, laboratory systems and alarm systems at the journeyman level. Works under general supervision or independently and may assist research staff or may direct the work of other electricians, trades or contracted personnel. Highly knowledgeable in electrical theory, codes, requirements, procedure and techniques in safely performing assigned duties. Work with up to medium voltage circuits.

Responsibilities Performs duties of an electrician, with the added responsibility and authority to direct the installation, operation, modification, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of critical electrical distribution or control systems installed at Battelle. Advises management and makes recommendations on matters related to the critical site systems assigned. May be required to have multiple skills and training encompassing several trade skills and specialties.Plans, conducts, inspects, and documents installation and maintenance activities on the critical site systems assigned. Establishes and implements the system testing program, tracks system performance, defines actual and potential problems, and implements corrective actions as necessary, avoiding disruption to ongoing activities. Ensures the system operations and documentation are in compliance with UL, state, and local regulations, as well as applicable client and government standards.Performs self-development activities sufficient to maintain senior level skills and certifications and assists in training and coordinating activities of lower level staff. May be required to receive specialized training or certification to perform duties normally performed by factory authorized and trained technicians.Assumes supervisory duties when staff or contractors are assigned to assist on related work.May be required to work after normal business hours including weekends to perform electrical work as considered necessary by the need to minimize business disruption. Work may be conducted indoors or out.Maintains files of system organization, original designs and modifications, and specifications. May control and update blueprints, schematics, and alarm and control system diagrams. Generates reports from field inspections; provides relevant information on system performance and capabilities as requested.Coordinates with engineering, HVAC, security operations, and other departments to accomplish timely installation and maintenance of devices that are a shared part of the site critical system.Performs special tasks requiring similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.Must maintain an adequate inventory of spare parts to keep systems running smoothly with minimum downtime; monitor system performance and demand to ensure compliance with safety and energy savings guidelines.Report on the status of assigned equipment maintenance, repairs, capacities and efficiency to supervision.Prepare written requirements for repairs or for ordering parts from suppliers. Develop work procedures which identify tasks/steps, and conduct hazard analyses.Coordinate with other facility's staff and contractor's staff to accomplish work on new and renovated labs, and ensures compliance with applicable Battelle guidelines as well as national, state and local regulations and requirements.Develop and implement an effective preventive maintenance program using the site's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); perform preventive/predictive maintenance, repairs, and adjustments on system controls; monitors and records effectiveness of maintenance activities; take corrective action when necessary to ensure the safety and reliability of critical systems in a laboratory environment.
 Key Qualifications Must have experience equivalent to journeyman level and experience handling up to medium voltage distribution switching and related electrical work.May require training, licensing, or certification for installing and maintaining site critical systems, such as the fire alarm system, site security system, emergency power system, building automation system, variable frequency drives, laboratory systems, and HVAC systems.Specialized safety training, radiation worker training and protective equipment including respirators may be required. Work exposes individual to possible bodily injury from electric shock or explosion, falls, and other hazards encountered in an industrial laboratory environment.Requires the physical ability to perform medium difficulty work, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling materials and tools; ability to climb ladders, maintain balance, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to electrical wiring; ability to handle and read meters and tool accessories; acuity of vision for close work; depth of perception, field of vision, and color vision for making electrical connections and for soldering and splicing wires.May be required to obtain certain government security clearances, receive inoculations against certain diseases, conduct work in biohazard areas, and conduct work in radiation hazard areas.Would have a thorough journeyman level experience with a minimum of 5 years working on equipment and systems in a regulation-driven environment.May require using a communication device such as a cellular phone, or two-way radio during and after normal business hours including weekends and responding to emergency situations such as power outages, equipment failures, and natural disasters.Must be self-motivated and have the ability to be productive with little or no direct supervision.Initiative to actively pursue opportunities and training to maintain craft specialty skills and certifications required to perform assigned tasks.Must have experience in effectively directing assigned personnel.Must be familiar with the operation of a personal computer and Microsoft office Word, Excel and Outlook. Must have experience with software commonly used for tracking and reporting system status in CMMS systems.Must have good oral and written communication skills, good customer service skills, and ability to follow through and carry out assignments.
 

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

 
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
 
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discoveryCollaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environmentNurture and develop the next generation of scientific leadersGive back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

 

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