Hospital Electrical Technician - Facilities & Maintenance

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

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.