Electrician-UPMC Oakland Campus

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a skilled Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across the hospital campus. The role emphasizes safety, compliance with NFPA/N.E.C. codes, and high-quality workmanship.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of healthcare or commercial maintenance experience, can read blueprints, and is capable of independent work while following policy and safety procedures. A valid driver’s license and timely clearances are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an electrical trade school or completion of an apprenticeship program required.
• 5 years' experience in commercial or health care maintenance required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical wiring diagrams required.
• Knowledge of the national electrical code and NFPA codes required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment across the hospital campus.
• Perform tests on equipment, generators, transfer switches and electrical equipment to meet policy and codes.
• Change lamps and ballasts and perform outlet testing per work orders.
• Promote patient safety and comply with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Must possess a current driver's license and meet clearance requirements.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Code compliance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical trade school or apprenticeship

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Join our team as an Electrician and play a vital role in maintaining a safe, reliable, and efficient environment. In this hands‑on position, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment while ensuring compliance with all safety codes and regulations. The ideal candidate is skilled in diagnosing electrical issues, working independently, and delivering high‑quality workmanship. If you’re a dependable professional who takes pride in solving problems and keeping operations running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on equipment, generators, transfer switches and electrical equipment to meet requirements per policy, regulations and or codes.
• Change lamps and ballasts and performs outlet testing as per iTMS work orders and verbal communication.
• Promote patient safety.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Perform Electrical maintenance. Installations, and repair on equipment throughout the hospital campus.
• Perform Electrical maintenance. Installations, and repair on equipment throughout the hospital campus.
• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Promote patient safety.
• Change lamps and ballasts and performs outlet testing as per iTMS work orders and verbal communication.
• Perform tests on equipment, generators, transfer switches and electrical equipment to meet requirements per policy, regulations and or codes.
• Must possess a current drivers license. Act 33 and Act 73 clearance must be provided within 30 days of hire.

High school graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of an electrical trade school or completion of an apprenticeship program required. 5 years' experience in commercial or health care maintenance required. Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical wiring diagrams required. Knowledge of the national electrical code and N.F.P.A. codes required. May in the course of their duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran