Lead Electrician - 1st Shift - Richmond, VA

Lead Electrician - VCU Health - 1st Shift Crothall Healthcare Salary: $32 to $38 per hour Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at Job Summary The Lead Electrician is responsible for overseeing electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities while providing day-to-day leadership and technical guidance to electricians and maintenance personnel. This position ensures electrical systems are installed and maintained safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and organizational standards. This is a first shift 7am to 3:30pm M-F schedule. Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the daily activities of electricians and electrical contractors. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, controls, and distribution systems. Diagnose complex electrical issues and develop effective corrective actions. Assign work priorities and ensure timely completion of preventative maintenance and repair tasks. Review and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, specifications, and technical drawings. Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, National Electrical Code (NEC), and applicable state and local electrical codes. Conduct electrical inspections and identify opportunities for system improvements. Support facility renovation, expansion, and capital improvement projects. Coordinate planned electrical shutdowns and emergency response activities. Maintain documentation related to inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and project work. Assist with budgeting, materials procurement, inventory control, and vendor management. Train and mentor electricians, apprentices, and maintenance staff on best practices and safety procedures. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Journeyman Electrician license required; Master Electrician license preferred where applicable. Minimum of 5 years of commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, or facilities electrical experience. Minimum of 2 years of leadership, supervisory, or lead technician experience. Strong knowledge of: National Electrical Code (NEC) Electrical distribution systems Motor controls and VFDs Switchgear and transformers Emergency power systems and generators Lighting control systems Preventive maintenance programs Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Valid driver's license required. Crothall is a member of Compass Group USA Associates At Crothall Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Flexible Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crothall Healthcare