Electrician

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network is seeking a part-time Electrician at Toronto Western Hospital to maintain electrical circuits and equipment, perform troubleshooting, and complete work orders. The role requires general electrical training, strong safety focus, and the ability to work 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, 20–30 hours per week.

Join a major Canadian healthcare employer with a focus on quality and safety, offering competitive benefits, HOOPP pension, transit access, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus Electrician Apprenticeship program.
• 5 to 8 years of related experience and/or Apprenticeship 3 to 5 years on the job training.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical schematics, and Electrical Code Book.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical circuits and equipment, lighting, and related systems.
• Troubleshoot and test electrical systems for safety and compatibility.
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete work orders.
• Adhere to OHSA and safety procedures and document findings and actions.
• Support staff orientation and maintain relevant records.

Skills

Math skills

Blueprint reading

Color vision

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma plus Electrician Apprenticeship

Job description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Union: CUPE TW
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Facilities Management
Reports to: Supervisor, Facilities
Hours: 20-30 hours per week
Wage Range: $38.17 - $39.02 per hour.Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: Day shifts between 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Status: Temporary Part-Time (Up to 6 months)
Closing Date: August 27, 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 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.

• 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

Why join UHN?

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.

• 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.

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 committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.