Licensed Electrician

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking Licensed Electricians to maintain hospital electrical systems, ensuring life-safety compliance and reliable infrastructure across facilities.

You'll install, troubleshoot, and service distribution systems, switchgear, generators, and electrical controls, participate in on-call rotations, and travel to local sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial electrical distribution system installation and maintenance.
• Two-year vocational/technical education in electrical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A three-year electrical apprenticeship program may be accepted in lieu of technical/trade education.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced-level electrical work to maintain and extend the service life of hospital facilities, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial electrical distribution systems.
• Maintain and service switchgear, motor control centers, emergency generator sets, and transfer switch equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with A/C equipment and related electrical components.
• Apply life safety, electrical, and building codes in all work performed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical service manuals.
• Utilize electrical testing devices to ensure safe and accurate system performance.
• Support a safe work environment and respond to urgent facility needs during on-call rotations.
• Travel as needed to local facilities to provide support

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Troubleshooting

Read electrical schematics

Life safety codes

Electrical testing devices

On-call support

Travel to local facilities

PC proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year vocational/technical education in electrical field or equivalent

Three-year electrical apprenticeship may be accepted in lieu of education

Job description

What We Offer

At Novant Health, our Licensed Electricians play a vital role in supporting patient care by ensuring all electrical systems within our healthcare facilities operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with life safety standards. From maintaining emergency power systems to troubleshooting critical infrastructure, this role directly impacts the safety of patients, visitors, and clinical teams every day.

Although not regularly scheduled, some evening or weekend work may be required

• Full-time, non-contracted position
• Steady, consistent schedule
• Promotional and career advancement opportunities
• Benefits that start on day one
• Health, well-being, dental, vision, retirement and paid time off

What You'll Do

• Perform advanced-level electrical work to maintain and extend the service life of hospital facilities, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial electrical distribution systems.
• Maintain and service switchgear, motor control centers, emergency generator sets, and transfer switch equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with A/C equipment and related electrical components.
• Apply life safety, electrical, and building codes in all work performed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical service manuals.
• Utilize electrical testing devices to ensure safe and accurate system performance.
• Support a safe work environment and respond to urgent facility needs during on-call rotations.
• Travel as needed to local facilities to provide support

What We're Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year vocational, technical, or trade education in an electrical field required, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A three-year electrical apprenticeship program may be accepted in lieu of technical/trade education.

Experience

• Minimum offive years of experience in commercial electrical distribution system installation and maintenance required.
• Equivalent experience in a related field combined with a three-year electrical apprenticeship may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare facility experience highly preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment operation and repair.
• Proficiency with personal computers and common PC software applications.

Licensure

• A city/county journeyman's card and/or an electrician's license from state of employment, required.
• Valid NC Drivers License

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, stretch, and perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Ability to kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Manual dexterity required to safely operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to hear and recognize changes in equipment and machine operation.
• Ability to work in noisy, fast-paced, and occasionally stressful environments.
• Ability to work extended shifts when needed.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.