ELECTRICIAN MASTER-HOSPITAL MAINTENANCE

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

Description

Are you ready to join a growing team? As an Electrician Master in UAB Hospital Maintenance-Facilities, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical and fire alarm systems within the hospital, while demonstrating a strong commitment to excellent customer service.

This position involves a combination of advanced electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, fire alarm testing, and installation work to meet hospital standards, codes, and compliance requirements. If you are an experienced and dedicated master electrician with a commitment to life safety and reliability, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role.

As a UAB employee, we care about you and support you in furthering your talents, education, and skills. We offer competitive and comprehensive benefit packages designed to support the diverse needs of all of our employees. There packages include:

• Teachers' Retirement 401(a)
• Competitive pay

• Flexible schedule options to support work/life balance
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and sick leave
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave and paid living donor leave
• Educational Assistance Program with 100% tuition assistance at UAB with no work contract
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans
• 403(b) retirement program with employer match
• Training and development programs
• Robust Employee Wellness programs
• Long & short-term disability benefits
• Employee Assistance and Counseling Center
• UAB Campus Recreation Center
• Onsite child care center
• Employee perks and discounts at local businesses

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Maintenance

· Performs advanced electrical and fire alarm installations, maintenance, and repairs.

· Troubleshoots and resolves electrical and fire alarm system issues.

· Manages documentation and reports for inspections, certifications, and maintenance schedules.

Compliance & Safety

· Ensures compliance with safety regulations, hospital policies, and electrical codes.

· Coordinates and leads fire alarm testing to meet regulatory standards.

· Attends safety meetings and required training sessions.

Leadership & Support

· Trains, mentors, and oversees electricians to support skill development and adherence to standards.

· Serves as a resource for technical expertise within the electrical group.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and six (6) years of related experience is required. Associates 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 and NICET FAS II

• City of Birmingham Journeyman license or Master Card prior to employment

• ASHE Health Care Physical Environment Worker Certification required within six months of employment.

• 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:

· Strong knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, and troubleshooting techniques.

· Must have good communication and interpersonal skills

· Must be able to manage work orders, using a handheld device

· Ability to work an on-call work schedule

· Must be able to work independently

· Ability to recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality

· Must be able to communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment

· Ability to perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations

· Must be able to maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

· Required to possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the essential duties and responsibilities that require performing tasks requiring wearing respirator and other personal protective equipment, such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) (requires facial being clean shaven for fitting) to include:

o Lifting and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.

o Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet.

o Performing tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus.

o Working in a healthcare environment

o Working in confined spaces.

o Working within extreme temperature ranges.

Pay Information:
Full pay range for the classification: $32.70 - $39.90 - $49.90

Starting offers will not necessarily begin at the midpoint or maximum of the range. Offers are determined by: relevant experience (both UAB/UAB Medicine and external), pay grade minimums, internal equity, departmental budget, UAB salary guidelines, and the salaries of incumbents in the classification.

Work Schedule: Incumbent must have flexibility due to on-call requirements. Position is designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to work during emergency situations, such as inclement weather, regardless of the University’s closure. Employees should be prepared to travel to work during inclement weather, emphasizing the importance of their role in critical situations.

For more information about UAB Facilities, please visit: https://www.uab.edu/facilities/