Electrician Master - Hospital Maintenance - Days

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid time off

EAP & wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF program

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking an experienced Master Electrician to oversee electrical installations, maintenance, and repair within its hospital facilities in Alabama. You will help ensure a safe environment for patients and staff and support patient safety through robust life-safety systems.

The role emphasizes long-term stability with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a leading medical center. A strong licensing background and healthcare facility experience are highly valued.

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.
• State of Alabama (or reciprocal state) MC, NICET FAS II, and City of Birmingham Journeyman license or MC is required.
• 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.
• Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems within the hospital to ensure a safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.
• Maintain life-safety systems and electrical infrastructure in a healthcare setting.

Skills

Electrical systems

Maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or technical diploma in Electrical Systems

Tools

Journeyman license

NICET FAS II

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $30.70 - $49.90 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

If you are an experienced Master Electrician looking for steady work, competitive pay, and a role where your skills truly matter, UAB Hospital Maintenance offers a unique opportunity to work in a mission-critical healthcare environment.

This is not a construction job that ends when the project is over. This role provides long-term stability, consistent hours, strong benefits, and meaningful work supporting patient safety and life-safety systems in one of Alabama’s leading medical centers.

Job Description

To oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems within the hospital to ensure a safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.

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. State of Alabama (or reciprocal state) MC, NICET FAS II, and City of Birmingham Journeyman license or MC is required. 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).

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff