Electrician

Position Title :

• Electrician Location: On Site in Columbia SCWm.

Jennings Bryan Dorn Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center Position Start Date :

• Immediately Shift : 2 nd Project: Columbia SC VA EHRM Cabling and Infrastructure Upgrades Salary: $47.08 to $54.08 depending on experience and training Sick Leave/Paid Time Off: Up to 56 hours per year About the company : Since its founding in 1986, MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. has been a reliable provider of quality services in the information and technology fields.
• As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, certified by the Small Business Administration as a Small Disadvantaged Business, the company was founded to offer efficient, cost-effective information technology services to commercial and government clients.

General Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial or institutional electrical construction, with at least 2 years on federal or healthcare facility projects.
• Familiarity with VA Master Specifications, NFPA 70 (NEC), and federal safety protocols is essential.

Functional Responsibility:

• Perform skilled electrical work on a federal construction site, including installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical and Telecommunications systems in accordance with VA specifications and federal standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Installing EMT, RMC, and PVC conduit systems across multiple floors and fire-rated assemblies Supporting low-voltage systems (fire alarm, nurse call, access control) in coordination with specialty trades Installing cable tray, conduit, and support systems for low-voltage telecommunications equipment Reading and interpreting telecom plans, electrical one-lines, riser diagrams, and VA construction drawings Ensuring all work complies with NEC, VA design guides, and infection control risk assessment (ICRA) protocols Participating in daily safety briefings and maintaining clean, hazard-free work zones Documenting as-built conditions and redlining drawings for turnover packages Supporting commissioning, testing, and final inspection walkthroughs with VA CORs and QA/QC teams Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED Qualifications: Journeyman Level Electrician certification desired Demonstrated experience on VA, DoD, or other federal healthcare projects Proficient in conduit bending, wire pulling, panel terminations, and equipment grounding Familiar with seismic anchoring, bonding, and bracing of electrical systems Skilled in QA/QC documentation, punch list resolution, and redline markups Able to work in occupied healthcare environments with sensitivity to patient safety and infection control Understanding of VA Master Construction Specifications and ANSI/TIA-606-C labeling standards Experience with multi-trade coordination and adherence to federal construction sequencing and phasing plans Required: OSHA 30 Certification (Construction Industry) Current TB test results (IGRA) Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to pass federal background screening for site access Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash PPE, and NFPA 70E safety practices Desired Certifications: CPR/First Aid NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training Manufacturer training on lighting control systems, switchgear, or backup power systems USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety Training (preferred for federal sites) Scissor Lift certification Applicants for U.S. based positions with MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. www.dhs.gov/E-Verify E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S.
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• This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
• MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. (“MILVETS”) uses JazzHR Talent Fit AI to assist in candidate evaluation.
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