The employee serves as the Electrician throughout the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS). The primary purpose is to install, modify, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems, controls, circuits, and equipment throughout the medical center in support of patient care and facility operations.
Major duties include but are not limited to: Install, modify, maintain, and repair electrical systems including power and lighting circuits, alarm and control systems, panel boards, motors, transformers, switches, distribution panels, and related devices to ensure continuous and safe operations for the health care facility. Plan and lay out work from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and specifications. Calculate conduit, wire, and load requirements.
Diagnose problems and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment. Identify and correct electrical deficiencies and hazards using appropriate testing and diagnostic equipment. Perform preventive maintenance, testing, cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and adjusting electrical systems and components.
Adhere strictly to safety policies and codes, working in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), VA regulations, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Coordinate and communicate with contractors and other trades as needed to ensure timely completion of electrical tasks associated with construction, renovation, and maintenance projects. Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician - Recruitment Incentive Authorized/PD438-80205A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be authorized for highly-qualified candidates The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.
This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.
This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
sarah.watson10@va.gov · 319-339-7183
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $30.93 – $36.08/hr.
Applications close on 2026-09-22.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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