Electrician Senior-Hospital Maintenance

Job Description

Electrician Senior – Hospital Maintenance

The primary accountabilities below describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties.

Description

If you are an experienced electrician who thrives in complex environments and wants work that truly matters, UAB Hospital Maintenance is looking for you.

The Electrician Senior plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing electrical systems in high-risk, high-visibility areas such as ICUs, surgical suites, and other essential hospital spaces. This position supports patient safety and uninterrupted care by ensuring electrical systems remain reliable, compliant, and operational at all times.

This is not short-term or project-based work. This role offers long-term stability, competitive pay, strong benefits, and meaningful impact in a healthcare setting where your skills are respected and relied upon.

Why Experienced Electricians Choose UAB

• Competitive hourly pay with room for growth
• Stable, year-round employment in healthcare (not project-based)
• Work that directly supports safety and critical care
• Strong benefits package, retirement, and paid time off
• Opportunities for advanced training and healthcare certifications
• Respect for the trade and technical expertise you bring
• A team culture that values expertise, accountability, and professionalism

Key

Duties & Responsibilities
Operations & Maintenance

• Performs advanced electrical maintenance and repair work in critical care and high-profile hospital areas.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex electrical system failures to minimize disruption to patient care.
• Prioritizes urgent repairs and coordinates work in sensitive hospital environments.
• Maintains detailed documentation of inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensures compliance with electrical codes, safety protocols, and hospital standards.
• Participates in safety meetings, required training, and an on‑call rotation, including weekends and holidays.

Leadership & Technical Support

• Trains and mentors apprentice and journeyman electricians to support skill development and safe work practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and six (6) years of related experience is required.
• Associate[s] degree OR technical diploma in Electrical Systems, Electrical Technology or a related field is preferred.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

• State of Alabama (or reciprocal state) Master Card or Journeyman license, plus
• NICET FAS II, plus
• City of Birmingham Journeyman or Master Card license prior to employment, plus
• ASHE Health Care Physical Environment Worker Certification required within six months of employment, plus
• Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expert knowledge of electrical codes and hospital electrical infrastructure.
• Experience working with high-voltage systems and hospital-grade electrical systems.
• Ability to work an on‑call schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment in a healthcare environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally with staff, patients, vendors, and leadership from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and understand the responsibilities associated with working in clinical and patient care areas.
• Demonstrated ability to remain effective and calm when responding to emergency, critical, unusual, or potentially hazardous situations.
• Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to prioritize service needs and minimize disruption to hospital operations.
• Ability to manage and document work orders using a handheld device or computerized maintenance system.
• Must be able to safely perform the…