Electrician

Universityhealthnetwork; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Corporate discounts including travel,

On-site gyms

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) is seeking a licensed Electrician for the Facilities Management team at Toronto Western Hospital. The role focuses on installing and maintaining electrical systems, troubleshooting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance to ensure safety and reliability.

The successful candidate will work Mon-Fri, 8 AM–4 PM, in a permanent full-time position. The Electrician will follow applicable codes and UHN policies, complete work orders, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Completion of high school plus Electrician Apprenticeship program with 9,000 hours of training.
• Construction and Maintenance Electrician License - 309A.
• 5–8 years of practical experience and/or apprenticeship experience.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical circuits, equipment, lighting fixtures and systems.
• Troubleshoot and test electrical systems for safety and compatibility.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair tasks following safety procedures.
• Complete work orders and maintain records of work performed.
• Adhere to OHSA regulations and company policies.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Manual dexterity

Color vision

Education

Electrician Apprenticeship 5 years

License 309A

Tools

Electrical code knowledge

Job description

Union: CUPE TW

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: Toronto Western Hospital

Department: Facilities Management

Reports to: Supervisor, Facilities

Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

Wage Range: $38.93 - $39.80 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.

Shifts: Mon-Fri 8 AM - 4 PM

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Position Summary

As an integral member of the Facility Management Service department, the principal responsibilities of the Electrician include: installing and maintaining electrical circuits, all types of electrical equipment, appliances, lighting fixtures and other systems, as needed; troubleshooting and testing electrical systems and electronic equipment to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components; conducting preventative maintenance/repair responsibilities, following quality assurance and safety procedures continually; completing work orders; performing cross-functional and/or other duties as, assigned and/or required

Duties

• Installs and maintains electrical circuits, all types of electrical equipment, appliances, lighting fixtures and other systems, as needed.


• Troubleshoots and tests electrical systems and electronic equipment to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components.


• Conducts preventative maintenance/repair responsibilities, following quality assurance and safety procedures continually.


• Completes work orders.


• Works in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contraventions of the Act, in a timely manner.


• Performs cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required.


• Performs other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required, including, maintaining all required records and information pertinent to the costing of work assignments; assisting with staff orientation, etc.

Qualifications

• At minimum completion of high school plus Electrician Apprenticeship program 5 years, 9,000 hours of apprenticeship training, which includes approx. 8760 hours on-the-job training, 8 - 10 weeks (240 - 300 hours) of technical training in a classroom in each year for four years.


• Construction and Maintenance Electrician License - 309A


• 5 to 8 years of practical and related experience and/or Apprenticeship 3 to 5 years on the job training required.


• Good mathematical skills, required


• Good strength and manual dexterity skills, required


• Ability to distinguish colors to work with color-coded wiring, required


• Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical schematics, and Electrical Code Book, required


• Ability to work in constricted spaces, required


• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards.


• Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task.


• Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy.


• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.


• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies.


• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Why join UHN?

• Competitive offer packages


• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )


• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service


• A flexible work environment


• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization


• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer commi