Electrician - Engineering - South

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

20+ hrs/week Benefits

Job summary

CoxHealth South, 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65807, is seeking an Electrician to install, maintain and upgrade electrical systems across the facility in line with district, local, state, and federal standards.

The role involves timely responses to requests, collaboration with maintenance staff, and potential night/weekend overtime as approved by the Supervisor. Journeyman Electrician within 2 years of hire required; Master Electrician preferred; valid driver's license essential.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician within 2 years of hire.
• Master Electrician certification preferred.
• 3 years related electrical experience required.
• Active driver's license required.
• STI Fire Stop certification within 1 year (provided by Cox yearly if not already certified).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and upgrade electrical systems and equipment.
• Respond to work requests timely and professionally and complete work assignments.
• May assist other Maintenance Mechanics on projects and ensure tools/materials available on site.
• May work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Blueprint analysis

Diagnose electrical problems

Electrical systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Journeyman Electrician (within 2 years of hire)

Master Electrician (preferred)

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1118 Engineering South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

The Electrician provides electrical services, per district/local/State/Federal objectives and/or standards, with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining and upgrading electrical systems and equipment. Responds to work requests timely and professionally and completes work assignments. This position may assist other Maintenance Mechanics in projects and ensures that tools and materials are available at the job site. The Electrician may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary and approved by the Supervisor.

Education

• Required: Journeyman Electrician within 2 years of hire
• Preferred: Master Electrician

Experience

• Required: 3 years related experience

Skills

• Proficient communication skills
• Ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to analyze blue prints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems
• Ability to diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and / or systems repairs
• Has knowledge of electrical system components (e.g. lighting, alarms, electrical panels, switches, circuits, timers, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhance and/or upgraded electrical capabilities and for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition
• Keeps current with City / County regulations for compliance

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Active Driver's License
• Required: Journeyman Electrician within 2 years of hire.
• Required: STI Fire Stop Certified within 1 year of hire (provided by Cox yearly if not already certified)
• Preferred: Master Electrician
• Preferred: Operation of fork-lift

About CoxHealth

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve. OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us. OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.