ABOUT US

Per-geesh Construction is a General Contractor specializing in delivering high-quality construction and facilities maintenance services to the federal sector. As a Tribally-Owned corporation, 100% owned by the Yurok Tribe, Per-geesh Construction was formed under the Yurok Tribe’s Prey-go-neesh (California Condor) Board to oversee tribal 8(a) enterprises. Our success is rooted in our commitment to quality, safety, and strong partnerships. As we continue to expand our impact across critical federal programs, we are seeking a skilled General Maintenance Mechanic (Electrical) to support our team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus in Bethesda, MD.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a qualified Journeyman Electrician to support the NIH Division of Facilities Operations & Maintenance (DFOM). This role is responsible for performing lamping, lighting maintenance, and egress/emergency lighting inspections across a complex healthcare and research environment. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, detail-oriented, and experienced in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems in institutional settings.
This is a full-time, FTE-based role under a firm-fixed-price contract, offering predictable hours, job stability, and the opportunity to support vital public health infrastructure.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent state-recognized certification
• 3–5 years of experience in commercial or institutional electrical maintenance
• Ability to perform lighting repair, minor electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance inspections
• Familiarity with work order tracking systems (Nuvolo or other IWMS preferred)
• OSHA 10-hour certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
• Ability to pass NIH badging process and Public Trust background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in hospital, research, or large government facilities
• Knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety regulations and electrical LOTO procedures
• Familiarity with egress and emergency lighting systems
• OSHA 30, USACE QCM, or EM 385-1-1 certification
• Prior experience contributing to or following site-specific safety plans

• Respond to lighting and electrical work orders, including lamp and ballast replacement
• Troubleshoot lighting and minor electrical issues
• Perform lighting maintenance in parking lots, garages, building exteriors, and other campus areas
• Conduct monthly ITM (Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance) for 3,600+ Clinical Center egress/emergency lights
• Conduct annual ITM for non-Clinical Center egress lighting
• Document work order status and completion (with photos) in IWMS (Nuvolo)
• Identify out-of-scope issues (e.g., major electrical faults) and escalate to Project Manager
• Follow all NIH safety protocols, including electrical lockout/tagout and PPE use