National War College Alumni Association

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Operating Engineer I - Electrical installs, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on electrical systems and apparatus in a medical center environment. This position can be filled with an individual possessing either a 07 or a 01 Electrical License (WA State). If the individual possesses a 07 License (Journey level Nonresidential Maintenance Electrical license) the individual will be required to have a grade 3 boiler license or the ability to obtain one within 2 years and qualify as a watchstanders. Additionally, the individual will be expected to periodically stand a watchstanders rotation. If the individual processes a 01 License (General Electrical) the individual will be encouraged to obtain a grade 3 boiler license (City of Seattle) but the boiler license will not be mandatory. The individual will still be required to periodically work weekends.

Responsibilities

Individual will be assigned to the electrical team and will work a Monday through Friday day shift. In addition to performing general electrical work as outlined below, this individual will oftentimes work in a team environment with licensed electrical trainees and as such be expected to mentor them and verify the number of hours and type of work so that the trainees may account for their hour requirements in pursuit of their 07 license. Additionally, while a boiler license may not be required (In the case of a 01 license), the individual will still be expected to be proficient and able to perform all aspects of being a watchstander short of the boiler requirement. Individual may also be assigned to work with and/or train apprentices.

Type of work to be performed:

Note: Other duties, including maintenance and repair duties unrelated to electrical work, may be assigned as needed.

• Focus on corrective and preventive maintenance of campus electrical equipment
• Focus on customer service and meeting the needs of high level, critical laboratory functions
• Daily use of eMaint (CMMS) to complete assignments
• Correct lighting control system problems
• Performs periodic confidence testing of electrical equipment, as required
• Perform generator tests and work on UPS systems
• Perform emergency repairs as required
• May be required to perform misc. minor maintenance in other fields as required when in the rotating trade-call position
• Installs wiring for machines and equipment such as lab equipment, freezers, programmable controllers, lights, etc., under the direction of the Lead Electrician
• Diagnoses malfunctioning wiring, transformers, motors, relays, switches, UPS/s, position sensing devices, and lighting fixtures, and replaces or repairs same
• Work with other shifts and trades to pass on critical information regarding campus or equipment status

Qualifications

OE I: A skilled professional who generally has over 5 years of experience in the operation, maintenance or repair of one or more of the systems outlined above or the completion of the apprentice program or trade school program.

OE II: A skilled professional who has 3-4 years of experience in the operation or repair of one or more of the systems listed above.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• As a measure of competency, a WA State Dept. of Labor and Industries/ Journey level Nonresidential Maintenance Electrical (07), General Electrical (EL01) or Master Electrician (ME01), license is strongly desired. A two-year Electrical Trade School or equivalent Military Experience with the ability to obtain a license within one year of employment will be considered in lieu of a current Washington State Electrical license
• If licensed at the 07 level or non-licensed with trade school experience, must have a current Grade III City of Seattle Boiler Operator License or obtain one within 24 months of being hired
• To be hired at the OE1 level individual must have 5 years of experience, at the OEII level the individual must have between 3 and 4 years of experience and less than 4 years of experience the individual will be hired at the General Service tech level
• Understand and uphold applicable electrical safety standards and good practices, such as, but not limited to proper use of PPE, arc flash protection/prevention, and lock out-tag out procedures
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and desire to work as part of a team
• Ability to keep track of and manage (with assistance from the Lead Electrician) multiple work orders with various priorities which may shift daily
• Dependable, on-time and proven good work habits
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License
• Licenses must be kept current for the time of employment
• Physical skills necessary to climb, bend, stoop, lift and perform tasks utilizing ladders and scaffolds, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work a weekend rotation

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment. A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

This position is represented by IUOE-302. The hourly contracted rate for this position is a flat rate of $36.41, which is inclusive of a $7.75 Central Pension Fund diversion.

Position is eligible for shift differentials, premiums for licenses, and other wage premiums as governed by the collective bargaining agreement.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.